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Danielle was so gentle - trusting the wrong people and getting bullied

11:00am Thursday 21st June 2007

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FOLLOWING the death of 17-year-old Danielle Johnson after she was stabbed and beaten in Palmers Green (see previous report and tribute site) Guardian reporter Sarah Cosgrove has interviewed her mother, Jan Johnson.

MOMENTS before I arrived at the home of Jan Johnson, the tearful mother had been watching a DVD of her daughter modelling.

"Danielle was an extremely pretty girl and she didn't realise it," said Ms Johnson, 41.

Danielle, a student at Waltham Forest College, enjoyed acting, dancing and photography, and had recently taken up modelling to help out fellow students at college.

"She just loved to experience everything," said Ms Johnson, although she added that Danielle's interest could quickly wane.

Although Danielle hated to do homework, she would help other students do theirs, and would volunteer to help out at home too, offering to make tea and clean the house.

She also acted like a second mum to her two younger brothers, Renelle, five, and Tyrelle, 18 months, regularly taking them to the park, shops and to visit friends.

Ms Johnson said one of the hardest things has been to try and explain to Renelle that his sister has gone to heaven.

"He asked: does that mean she won't take me to the park anymore?' "I said no and he really broke down. He was so upset. Then later he asked me how do you get to heaven?' I said I didn't know and he said: If you don't know, how can we visit Danielle?'"

Ms Johnson said that Danielle was more like a 17-year-old of 20 years ago than one of today. She tells of the time Danielle told off some youngsters she saw vandalising a hospital, and other times when she scolded speeding joyriders, telling them their antics were putting her little brothers in danger.

Ironically it could have been Danielle's character that led to her death: "She was so gentle. I think it was to do with her trusting the wrong people, she was just so trusting," her mum said.

Yet the horrible events of the past month have had one small positive effect - bringing the people of her community together.

Ms Johnson said: "The neighbours have been absolutely wonderful, I never thought that anything could bring this neighbourhood together."

DANIELLE'S troubles began when she moved from South Grove School in Ringwood Road, Walthamstow, to Heathcote School, Normanton Park Road, Chingford when she was 13.

"She was always getting bullied, she was mugged so many times," said Ms Johnson.

On one occasion teachers at Heathcote asked her to bring in dry clothes for Danielle. The bullies had urinated and spat into a bottle and poured it all over her.

Danielle moved to Rush Croft School in Rushcroft Road, Chingford, but relatives of the Heathcote bullies went there and so the torment did not stop, claimed her mother.

Mrs Johnson said: "One time a girl brought a BB gun to the school and pointed it at her head. When I called the school the teacher said she didn't know what a BB gun was. They didn't do anything."

The desperate mother went to see police around 20 times but was often told there was no point in prosecuting the culprits because they would get no more than a slap on the wrist.

At the request of the police, the family was put on the priority need housing list but years later they were still in Chingford. Danielle moved out by herself to stay in temporary accommodation, just four weeks before she was killed.

DANIELLE would still be alive if teenage bullies had not driven her away, according to her heartbroken mother.

The 17-year-old only moved to the area where she was killed to escape persistent bullying she had suffered since she was 13.

Her mother, Jan Johnson, who lives in Chingford, said she was a very trusting girl who cared deeply about people and would go out of her way to help, even taking strangers home for a cup of tea to cheer them up.

"She had a big heart. She would talk to someone and they would be her friend," she said.

But it was just this type of personality bullies at her secondary schools and college picked on.

"They used to beat her up because she didn't fight back, no matter what they said to her. She just wouldn't do it," said Mrs Johnson.

Danielle had global learning difficulties. She did not recognise danger and forgave easily which made her an easy target, according to her mother.

"I do blame the bullies for her death. If they hadn't have bullied her then she wouldn't have moved," she said.

A SPOKESWOMAN for EduAction told the Guardian: "EduAction is unable to comment on individual pupils and in this case, due to the short time frame, is unable to comment on behalf of the schools.

"However we are confident that both Rush Croft and Heathcote schools have anti-bullying policies in place which are implemented in a robust manner.

"Both schools have received borough training and support on bullying prevention provided by EduAction."

STUDENTS and staff at Danielle Johnson's college were deeply distressed when they heard of her attack and death.

Carol Gibson, principal of Waltham Forest College, Forest Road, said that the college "felt a real shock".

"I've talked to lots of the students and staff who knew her. She had a group of friends here who really, really cared for her.

"The students and staff are very distressed. Our heart really goes out to the family and her friends because this is just unimaginable," she said.

Mrs Gibson promised the college would plan a memorial if Danielle's parents agreed.

A GOLD necklace could be a vital clue in finding out exactly what happened the night Danielle died.

The 17-year-old who died after a viscous attack in Bounds Green always wore an 18-inch gold necklace incorporating the name Daniella as part of the chain.

The necklace was missing from her when she was found, but a charm which Danielle used to wear on the chain, was found.

Officer in charge of the case, Det Ch Insp John Macdonald appealed for anyone who has seen a necklace of that description to come forward.

Danielle's mother, Jan Johnson, also hoped someone would find it in their hearts to return the necklace so that her daughter could be buried with it. She said an identical necklace had also been stolen from Danielle in one of several muggings three years ago.

"Danielle had a lot of jewellery but that necklace meant so much to her. If anyone gave either of them back just so when she goes it goes with her, that would be something. I know Danielle really wants it back," she said.

*Do you have experience of school bullying in Waltham Forest? Call Sarah Cosgrove on the newsdesk on 8498 3454 or email scosgrove@london.newsquest.co.uk.

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Chaitanya Jackson, Wanstead says...
5:41pm Thu 21 Jun 07

I'm here sitting in this room thinking why did she have to go, she didn't deserve it at all, i'm imagining her now smiling at me telling me something new about what she has done. She's wearing her keys around her neck and she's either got Rennel or tyrell in the buggy. She's just said something to me and finished with 'You know' lol danielle that always made me laugh when you said that!
Remember the time when i stayed round ur house and we were speaking about life and you told me why you are the way you are. The next day we went legoland with rennell!
Danielle i feel as guilty as the people who bullied you because i just keep telling myself if i was a better friend who hung around with you all the time would you have felt there was someone here to stay in chingford for! I did try and stop many people being horrible to you but they just carried on and followed what other people thought and said about you. Till dis day i still don't let anyone say anything bad against your name! Danielle the last time we saw eachother you know what our conversation was about i was happy for you. It's been about 3 times that i thought i had seen you around chingford and on 2 of those occasions i was going to shout out your name and i then remembered you weren't here your now in heaven finally taking a break! I wish i could see you one more time to see your smile, and here your laugh! I will love you always and forever and never forget you!
Pat & Jan you were the best parents danielle could ever have and i know how you tried your hardest with her in every way you thought was best!
Rennel if you ever wanna go park i'm just round the corner babe all you got to do is knock, tyrell can come too!

R.I.P. DANIELLA JOHNSON 1989 - 2007

xXxSORRYxXx

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bevin, Walthamstow says...
5:55pm Thu 21 Jun 07

why? oh! why? do the good die so young

Blessed

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susan mcbride, says...
6:07pm Thu 21 Jun 07

i first knew you all when i worked at ainslie wood school,kind and a pleasure to know,im deeply shocked and upset,that this has happened to such a loving family,danielle was a delight to know and to be around,and now she wont be around no more, is a deep shock to me! so sorry to hear about this,and my deepest thoughts are with all the family at this time,if there is anything you need dont hesitate,come around ok? see you soon and take care from sue m.

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Rae, Chingford says...
6:51pm Thu 21 Jun 07

Too be honest I didn't know Danielle all that well I just remember her when Jan and Pat used too bring her too Ainslie Wood. May God be with you!

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Kelly, Walthamstow says...
7:07pm Thu 21 Jun 07

ii New Danielle Since We Was Lil Girls Growing Up Playin Wid Our Dollys & Stuff..She Was A Year Or So Older Than Me But iiN A Way She Helped Mi Grow Up. ii Used 2 Say She Was My Best Friend...Then Wen She Moved Away we hardly Spoke...On The Few Occasions ii Wud C Her On A Bus Or Near Her College & Say Hello & We Always Sed we Wud Catch Up Wun Day...Sad Thing iiS ...'One Day' Neva Came...Jus Wanna Say Missin Yu Loads Daniiele...Rest iiN Oaece babii Girl...You'll Neva B Forgotten...x Kelly x

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Kelly, Walthamstow says...
7:09pm Thu 21 Jun 07

ii New Danielle Since We Was Lil Girls Growing Up Playin Wid Our Dollys & Stuff..She Was A Year Or So Older Than Me But iiN A Way She Helped Mi Grow Up. ii Used 2 Say She Was My Best Friend...Then Wen She Moved Away we hardly Spoke...On The Few Occasions ii Wud C Her On A Bus Or Near Her College & Say Hello & We Always Sed we Wud Catch Up Wun Day...Sad Thing iiS ...'One Day' Neva Came...Jus Wanna Say Missin Yu Loads Daniiele...Rest iiN Peace babii Girl...You'll Neva B Forgotten...x Kelly x

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marion, walthamstow says...
8:45pm Thu 21 Jun 07

jan and pat our hearts are with you,no words can say how sad the news of your loss we heard today, we all remember Danielle from her days at south grove with love, from marion carol and sharon

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denise, walthamstow says...
11:09pm Thu 21 Jun 07

r.i.p danielle u may b sleeping but u will neva b 4gotten ****

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chelsea, chingord says...
11:21pm Thu 21 Jun 07

all you people who recon u knew her and want to say how ur sorry,and that you were her friend,where were u wen she need u and was in trouble all these tyms dont come with your lies and sympathy because u fell guilty because at the funeral is wen we will all no who r her friends and family including danielle.and for danielle im goin 2 make shure justice is done and all of those out there that made my friends life miserble ull wish u hadnt i loved danielle lyk a sister and still do so no ammount of words will eva ba able 2 make things better or make her come bk.thnx 2 the ppl who have given real afection and support.

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chelsea, chingford says...
11:21pm Thu 21 Jun 07

and yes she has gone to a better place where no one can harm her and she can now be given the protection she needed in the begining.x

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chelsea, chingford says...
11:26pm Thu 21 Jun 07

where were all theese gurls dat say they knew u dan wen u needed dem n me n ashley had 2 help u all them tyms and you no wat im soo glad i neva gave up on u.n am finding it sooo hard at the moment.sum of u people dont have a clue u need to look deeper things were not how they seemed.x

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Ash, walthamsttow says...
10:13am Fri 22 Jun 07

RIP danielle, I never knew you may you rest with the angels now x

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Lisa Stephens, Leyton says...
10:31am Fri 22 Jun 07

Jan, words can't really discribe how l am feeling right about now, But about 9:251am l went to the shop to charge my electricity key and something told me to buy the guardian. when l look at the first page and read it l said to the shop owner, l know this face from somewhere, but l didn't know where, but l had to purchase the paper to continue to read the article, got home now and sat down and continuing to read and something just made me feel sick and tears start filling my eyes. l knew who Daniella was now, l could feel your pain. Jan and Pat, both of you need to stay strong for each other and the two beautiful children you have. Daniella, she is in a much better place now,
R.I.P.

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Katja Rosenberg, Walthamstow says...
11:12am Fri 22 Jun 07

My deepest sympathy.

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shanel, hackney says...
4:59pm Fri 22 Jun 07

RIP Danielle u will always b in my hea rt!!!!

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michaela gregory, says...
7:46pm Fri 22 Jun 07

i am so sorry to hear that DANIELLE died and she was so good since she has been Ainslie Wood primary school and when she was in rushcroft school and the whole school misses her so she was just a nice so gentle and caring for other when they need her michaela and the family and friends miss her so much

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Tranette, Michigan says...
1:33am Sat 23 Jun 07

It saddens me to hear thing like this happen to such good-hearted perople.
R.I.P. Danielle

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adele connor, says...
12:20pm Sat 23 Jun 07

i bought the guardian,after reading what had happened to danielle,my heart goes out to the family,about their precious child,being taken so young-in a brutal manner-to a kind,loving and thoughtful young lady,as danielle i imagine her to have been,may her soul rest in peace.kind reguards Adele Connorxxxx

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Rhona Louise And Lionel, Walthamstow says...
3:26pm Sat 23 Jun 07

We cant imagine the enormous pain you must be feeling but we hope that you can find strength from the love of your friends and family xxx

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a ture friend, walthamstow says...
5:36pm Sat 23 Jun 07

reading this article made me both sad aswell as angry ,as one of danielles close friend always tried to help her in her time of need when she was throw out or her home and had no were to go and trying to get her to be carefully of the kind of people she made 'friends' with ,but danielle was always looking for love and affection in the wrong places as she clearly did not always feel it were she should have the most at home ,yes daneille was bullied but they were not to blam for her 'leaving ' home a month ago. and i think people owe it to her now she is gone to tell the truth and not pass blame as this will not help her case one bit!! and as for her mother speaking to her close friends we are still yet to hear from her .....

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callum, chingford says...
8:17pm Sat 23 Jun 07

danielle youve goe too soon babe i knew you from charlotte and zoe wen i read the paper i thought nooo this could have happened but all i can say babe is R.I.P **** REST. IN . PIECE ****

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callum, chingford says...
8:19pm Sat 23 Jun 07

danielle youve goe too soon babe i knew you from charlotte and zoe wen i read the paper i thought nooo this could'nt have happened but all i can say babe is R.I.P **** REST. IN . PIECE ****

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robert, woodford ig8 says...
8:32pm Sat 23 Jun 07

i never new you but i heard about you from people round the endz. only 17 years old wid da rest of your life ahead of u, u far to young girl. so sorry to hear this happened to you. rest in peace girl **R.I.P**

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Natasha, Chingford says...
11:15pm Sat 23 Jun 07

Danielle, you didnt get on with every1 we knew but you and i both knew that you cant b friends with every1. You were urself!! and I always respected that about you. You didnt stop being who u wer jus cos a few ppl told you to, and thats why all your friends and family loved you and still do. You will NEVER b forgotten cos you made such a big impact on every1nz lives and you were such a strong person. R.I.P Danielle, Im gonna miss you soo much, but you will always b in my heart hun...
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Yvonne Bailey, Leyton says...
2:45pm Sun 24 Jun 07

Another mother weeps as her child is taken
Another young life taken senselessly
It will get worse before it ever stop
As the Government refuse to take control
To halt the decay the ever growing rot
In our society that's gone downhill
With many young people now out of hand
Armed with guns and knives shouting 'kill kill kill'
Oh! the horror of such
savage attacks
Depicts loss of moral values society now lacks
How did it all go so very wrong
When will we, the people take control?
Before more young lives are cruelly lost
Like poor Danielle's may God now rest her soul
Today her life came to an abrupt end
Tomorrow it will be someone else's child or friend.
For her and all the others we must take a stand
Enough is enough!
This is after all civilised England!


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Nicolla, walthamstow says...
1:54pm Mon 25 Jun 07

i never really sopoke to danielle but i know she went to my skool and was in a younger year to me. i remember she was always smiling and friendly and she spoke to some of the girls i hung with. i think its discusting and terrible that something so bad could happend to someone and still be so close to home. I would like to say sorry to her family as i cant imagine the pain they must be going through. Danielle i would like to say rest in piece babe and we will see you soon xxx

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Beth, L.stone says...
3:30pm Mon 25 Jun 07

Danielle,
It still has not sunk in your gone, I got know your caring and loving nature thru college and its 100% tru wot ur mum sed you put every1 1st, i wont eva 4get that. God must be running short of a few ANGELS thats y he took you, he chooses wisely. NUFF LUV HONEY xXx

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Elaine Baxter, Chingford says...
4:44pm Mon 25 Jun 07

My heart goes out to Danielle and her family, I have no doubt that she now rests in heaven were this increasingly wicked world of people cannot get to her. Some how I cannot stop thinking that Heathcote school has got to take some responsibility. My son has recently experience some bullying at Heathcote school by another pupil, this child rounded up a gang of boys to beat my son up outside of school, my son called his older brother to pick him up from school, my older son confronted the gang who I have no doubt were armed insome way. He was challenged with a pit bull dog. Things became heated, the headmaster came out and challanged my two sons. I later went to the school to try to set the record straight, thinking the head teacher must have got the story confused to which my self and my husband was confronted with a very Irrate and non co-operating headmaster. Dismising the fact that a gag of boys were going to ambush our son. It seemed like he was only interested in not associating Heathcote with having such a gang in his school. At present nothing has been done about this so now we are still fearing the intention of these boy. Some thing needs to be done, this gang situation is getting out of hand, and if it is allowed to get swept under the carpet, such as my son's case, the problem will only get worse and more children will lose their lives.Responding to Edu action comments, Anti bullying policy looks good on paper but evidently it is not working, one life lost is too much.

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floyd, leyton says...
5:41pm Mon 25 Jun 07

my deepest sympathy to the family. i did not know daniella but as a father of young kids, what i see going on with our children makes me think is it worth bringing them into this world. if the kids stop and look past what you are doing today or tomorrow, you would see that in 10-15 years time you to would be parents , is this the kind of life you would like for your 16-17 old child to be living in .
stop all this fighting give each other a chance to live life.

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kelly, walthamstow says...
6:00pm Mon 25 Jun 07

i remember danielle fromn heathcote and i just cant believe what has happened. i didnt know her as a person but i could tell that she was soo lovely.
sleep tight sweetie ****

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Bilziiey <3, Walthamstow says...
10:27pm Mon 25 Jun 07

I Didnt No Yuu Dat Much But I Used To See Yuu In My Old Skwl Wen Jan And Pat Used To Bring Yuu In And I Saw Yuu A Few Times Before Yur Tragic Death... Yuu Were So Pretty And Kind *r.i.p* ****

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tamaya, leytonstone says...
10:52pm Mon 25 Jun 07

hi daniellie rip baby girl miss you so much . And god will look after you

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rachel, dagenham says...
8:36am Tue 26 Jun 07

my heart goes out to you all, it has been many years but i can still feel the terrible loss of such a young and pretty girl, there seems to be no way of keeping our own children safe in this sick world at least no one can hurt her now.

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Marilyn, Plaistow says...
12:21pm Tue 26 Jun 07


R.I.P Danielle XxX

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Bradley Watts Curran, 18 bushey close says...
5:13pm Wed 27 Jun 07

its bradley from 18 bushey close. i will miss danielle 4 ever and i cant belive wat had happened and i new her 4 a long time and i will miss her so so much and one day i could meet her again. hope u rest in piece from mum jordan little ruby and bradley i will never 4get u XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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Uncle Bruce, Walthamstow says...
5:22pm Wed 27 Jun 07

Danielle
You shall never be forgotten and the truth shall be out and we your family shall be your voice.
To those who do not know me I am the Brother of Danielle's DaD and the cousin of her step dad who was mentioned in the Guardian falsey as her DAD
We shall be your voice always.
Missing you love Uncle Bruce

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Tanya, east london says...
8:56pm Wed 27 Jun 07

r.i.p danielle i wil always hav nuff love 4 you, u was such a gud friend and i will miss u so much xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Amy xox, chingford says...
10:34am Thu 28 Jun 07

Rest in peace!!! love you lots 4va n always xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
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Nan Upfold, says...
7:50pm Thu 28 Jun 07

Rest in peace....
I lost 5 years of your life Danielle. Thank God you came back to me. We grew closer over the past few months of your life. I remember when you used to sit in the armchair and complain of how hard it was to live on your own. We did enjoy those cups of tea and biscuits together.
For those that don't know, Danielle has 2 living grandmothers regardless of what people have said.

Rest in Peace and sleep well,
love Nan Upfoldxxxx

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yanique, leytonstone says...
10:00am Fri 29 Jun 07

rip danielle may god bless you were you are i will always love you and miss u .All your friend will miss you in college love from yanique and masiti and ollie and cristial rip darling ****

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hayley, leyton says...
3:10pm Fri 29 Jun 07

Danielle R.I.P, what a beautiful girl, too good for this world darling. My heart goes out to all Danielle's family & friends.. I never knew danielle but i know her dad wesley, my deepest sympathy goes to all of danielle's family. xxx

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Bullied at School, Chingford says...
4:36pm Fri 29 Jun 07

I saw the paper and it brought back the pain of your name calling and abuse to me and others. You did not get on with every 1 as no one does but I am not glad you have been killed so young rest in peace

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heathcote!!!! no anti bullying policy!!!!, chingford says...
2:17pm Sat 30 Jun 07

I knew of Danielle but not to speak to,Heatcote school DONT do enough to stop bullies,i and my sister were bullied badly there, was told nothing could be done,my mum fought that school to point she nearly got herself in trouble,i got expelled then the bullies started on my sister,mum pulled her out the school,they tried to set her hair alight with aresol can and lighter and so much more but i'd like to say this,im now a A level Law/History/English Lit student something i was told by MR HERSOM i would never be..well i will send you the proof in August to show you your stinky attitude just made me a stronger person.."IT IS GREAT TO HAVE THE STRENGTH OF A GIANT BUT IT IS TYRANOUS TO USE IT LIKE ONE"

R.I.P DANIELLE PEOPLE ARE HERE TO FIGHT THE CORNERS YOU WERE PUT IN!!!!

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true freind of the family, london says...
2:57pm Thu 12 Jul 07

danielle has not got an uncle called bruce
so i dont understand how he can say he will be her voice, may be he is from the part of the so called family that didnt see her from one year to the next, and didnt want to know her, but they can say wot they want now danielles not here to put people straight,
but any one that truly know danielle would know wots going on, these people spent about as much time with danielle as they have sending they comments danielle told every one how it was, wesley had no problem telling danielle not to call him dad in front of her freinds

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Aunty Paulette, Walthamstow says...
10:16pm Sun 15 Jul 07

To my neice Danielle, this is such a tragic loss to us all. You will never be forgotton. The memories of you I will hold dear always. You are safe from the hands that has taken you away from your family and friends. I had no idea that Thursday would be the last time I saw you. I kissed you hand and said 'see you tomorrow'.The next day you passed. Danielle, be at peace and rest free from all harm and danger.ALL you family and friends miss you.loving you always,
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kylie, woodford green says...
10:31pm Sun 15 Jul 07

as a friend of danielle i prevously left a commement expressing how i felt about this article and as for commement left by people who havent even put there name but want to name danielles dad and be rude about her family. NO ONE knows the real truth but her family ,regardles if you saw them around or not they were there and danielle did know this, people looking from the outside can think what they want but need to keep comments like the above to them self. Danielle always spoke about her very large family to all of us and knew she was love and called wesley dad and pat her stepdad!
people are fast to blame fathers for things but sometimes people need to look closer to home!

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Wesley "DAD", says...
3:52pm Wed 25 Jul 07

25th Jul 2007
Wesley relation: DAD
To family and friends.Thanking you for all your support.
Here is the following directions for Danielle's send off from the Funeral Directors:

Alfred English and Sons. 70/72 St James Street Walthamstow, London E17 7PE.
Time: 08:30am.
Travelling along St James Street,Blackhorse road,Mission Grove road,' Short stop at Buxton road family home ' Palmerston road,Forest road,' Past Danielle's college' Fulbourne road, ' Past Danielle's Auntie,uncle cousins at Victoria road' Winchester road, Larkshall road, ' Bushey close, Jan's address'
Then to kings head road where the Church' St Peters' is located.Time:11:00am
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'Opposite Chingford police station'

Danielle will be laid to rest at Chingford Cemetery.
Time:13:30

Dear Danielle as I told you in the hospital we will will try and do the best for you.

'My Last pictures with Danielle are in gonetoosoon.co.uk "Danielle2 site" Photo Gallery'

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Wesley 'Dad', Walthamstow says...
9:42pm Thu 26 Jul 07

I apologise to anyone that I may have offended, unintentionally, by posting my last photos of my daughter, Danielle and I.
To the people that do understand my reasons for posting them, I sincerely apologise for removing them.

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Aunty Paulette (Wesleys sister), Walthamstow says...
3:05pm Sat 4 Aug 07

On behalf of Wesley Johnson and all extended Johnson family. We would like to to thank you all for your love and support yesterday at Danielles funeral. For those who were there you will agree with me Danielle had a good, well deserved send off.My neice is finally laid to rest. We had to turn around and walk away but we have carried her with us in our heart. Please keep the memories you have of Danielle alive. Once again, thanks to family, extened family, friends and well wishers. God bless.
Paulette

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..., chingford says...
5:59pm Sat 4 Aug 07

I AGREE WITH JAN THE BULLIES ARE TO BLAME, I REMEMBER IN SKOOL I USED TO STICK UP FOR DANIELLE WEN SHE GOT BULLIED BUT THEY NEVER NO WEN TO STOP, i remember melissa who left rushcroft 2005 used to bully her the most, i remember goin thru da dinner hall she used to grab my arm so tight becoz she was scared that someone was goin to hurt her, the bullies are to blame as much as the person who done this! When i heard the news about danielle i cldnt stop crying i cld hardly breathe, she was such a beautiful girl with a lovely smile, she never gave up, even wen she was bullied she still came bk 2 skool n didnt let it stop her, she had a heart of GOLD n everyone hated on her coz she was so beautiful, everyone made rumors up about her n made her life a living hell, and nw there all sorry and all wanting forgiveness?? Its 2 late 4 that shes gone but nw shes in a beta place wher they cannot harm her nemore! R.I.P DANIELLE U NO WHO I AM AND U NO DAT IM SO SORRY I SHLD HAVE DONE MORE FOR U **** I WISH I CLD TAKE UR PLACE U DERSERVE TO B HERE NOT ME XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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Wesley Johnson, says...
4:30pm Tue 7 Aug 07

7th Aug 2007
Wesley Johnson relation: father
I would like to thank everyone that came out on Friday to my daughters funeral. Danielle would have been so proud.
Thanks to everyone that sent flowers, support, financial help etc to help us give Danielle the best send off which she deserves.
Many thanks to Dawn and Robin and all undertaking staff at Alfred English, St James street, Walthamstow for doing a good job under these difficult circumstances.
The carriage driver and limo drivers were wonderful, plesant and dignified. We thank you all.
Equally, thanks to Rev.Jude Bullock who officiated Danielles funeral. The support from his collegues are also noted and appreciated. A big thank you to my cousins which sang so beautifully.
I would also like to thank the Police for all their help behind the scenes, which is still ongoing.

Not forgetting my family, extended family and friends. I thank you immensely. You have all paid a big part to help make Danielles day special and one to remember. We are blessed to have some prestige caterers in the family that catered for so many after the funeral.

Once again I thank you all. If I have overlooked anyone it is not intentional and I thank you also.

God bless you all,
Wesley.

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sarah williams, wstow says...
4:11pm Sat 15 Sep 07

Danielle i miss u so much sometimes wen some1 knocks for some reason i still expect to see u standing there smiling, but i know ur in a better place ur always in my heart Rest In Peace girly and 1day will meet again XxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXx


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chelsey, chingford says...
10:27am Thu 8 Nov 07

elllo dan u kl bbe we all miss u so muchh and cant wait to see your face again and here your laugh ur so jks keep in touch bbe u no wot i mean bbe love you so much bby gal luv u xxxxxxxxxxx

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bromwyn, chingford says...
8:34am Tue 4 Dec 07

she was such a nice person nobody wanted her to die whoever done this was out their mind we all miss her so much let her rest in peace xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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bromwyn, chingford says...
8:35am Tue 4 Dec 07

she was such a nice person nobody wanted her to die whoever done this was out their mind we all miss her so much let her rest in peace xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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Natalie Phillips, bsix college says...
12:00pm Tue 8 Jan 08

I used to be in danielles class in waltham forest,in my new college we had a power point presentation of all the young people that have died in this year, and then danielles photo came up and as soon as i saw it my heart skipped a beat because i couldnt believe i only just left her not so long ago i never thought anything like this could have happened. for such a pretty quiet girl she never deserved to die i was in shock and disbelief for weeks that it was really danielle that i saw. i just wish that i could have been at her funeral to say good bye to her, may her sole rest in piece and as for the people that done this to her i hope they never see the outside world ever, what i do know is that they will be prosicuted and punished by god.

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shanya, beloit says...
3:41pm Thu 17 Jan 08

i may not have known her but that is bogush and almost started crying because i dont like reading stuff like this but this caught my attention. i dont like to see people get bullied by other people that think they can run over other people jus because they are smaller than or whatever
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Sahir, Islington says...
1:45pm Mon 21 Apr 08

I miss u never came to terms with any of it.
couldnt even bring myself to ur funeral, i couldnt take it. everyone knows u never deserved any of the stuff u put up with

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