The parents of 13-year-old Oliwia Wojnowska, the Polish girl who tragically died after being swept into the sea at Ċirkewwa earlier this year, have written to Malta’s Prime Minister to thank him for the support shown to their family in the aftermath of the tragedy.In a letter sent to Prime Minister Robert Abela on 3rd March, Oliwia’s parents, Barbara and Konrad Wojnowscy, expressed their “profound gratitude” for the compassion and assistance they received during what they described as an unimaginably difficult time.“We are writing to you with profound gratitude for the support you have shown during this unimaginably difficult time after the loss of our child, Oliwia,” the letter reads.The couple said the Prime Minister’s response in the days following the incident had been a source of strength as their family grappled with the loss.“Your compassion and decisive action have been a beacon of strength when everything felt dark.”Oliwia was swept into the sea at Ċirkewwa during rough weather in late January, triggering a large-scale search operation involving the Armed Forces of Malta, the Civil Protection Department, police officers and rescue divers. Her body was eventually recovered after an extensive search effort.The tragedy shocked the country and prompted an outpouring of sympathy both locally and abroad.In their letter, Oliwia’s parents also thanked the wider support network that helped them during the ordeal.“As a family, we are deeply thankful for your support and for the help provided by you and your team,” they wrote.“We truly appreciate your understanding, your willingness to help, and your dedication to ensuring no family faces this alone.”The couple concluded the letter by once again thanking the Prime Minister for his care and leadership during the difficult period following their daughter’s death.“Thank you once again for your care and leadership,” they wrote, adding their “highest consideration”.Oliwia’s death remains one of the most heartbreaking incidents to have taken place along Malta’s coastline this year, with many remembering the massive rescue effort launched in the hope of bringing the young girl back safely to her family.•