The heartbreaking news that Suleman Dawood, a student from Glasgow, sadly perished in a submersible that vanished on a dive to the Titanic’s debris.
At the tender age of 19, Suleman Dawood was enrolled as a student at the University of Strathclyde. Regrettably, he was among the five individuals present on the submerged vessel, accompanied by his father Shahzada, a 48-year-old businessman residing in Surbiton, south-west London.
The distressing information regarding the demise of all five passengers was confirmed by the US Coast Guard, following the discovery of debris within the designated search area.
In response to this heart-wrenching news, the Dawood family issued a statement expressing their grief over the loss. They conveyed their sympathies to the victims of this calamity, which has captured global attention. The family expressed their overwhelming gratitude for the outpouring of love and support they have received, acknowledging those individuals who have exemplified the finest aspects of humanity.
During the ill-fated dive in the mid-Atlantic, contact was abruptly severed approximately ninety minutes into the expedition. Subsequent efforts were undertaken to locate the submerged vessel and its occupants, involving an extensive search operation.
Prior to this tragedy, the Dawood family had shared insights into Suleman’s character, describing him as an ardent enthusiast of science fiction literature, eager to expand his knowledge and talents. They mentioned his fascination with Rubik’s cubes and his passion for playing volleyball. Suleman, who had attended ACS International School Cobham in Surrey, recently completed his first year of studies at Strathclyde Business School.
Prof Sir Jim McDonald, the Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the university, took it upon himself to inform the student body about Suleman’s presence on the missing submersible. In a heartfelt message addressed to the students, he conveyed the somber news and expressed the heavy burden he carried while sharing this devastating information.