Despite rumours online speculating that YouTuber Alysha Burnley died due to laced drugs days before her 25th birthday in Mexico, her brother has clarified that this was not the case.
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In a statement released online, the brother of Alysha Burnley cleared up any presumptions. "There's a spread of misinformation online, stating different things based on speculation. These sources lack credibility and should not be believed. My sister did not engage in environments that would lead to such situations."
In fact, the YouTuber died of an asthma attack in her sleep. This tragic accident happened only one day before her birthday. People were quick to jump online and claim that she had taken laced drugs, which led to her death. However, her brother says that she wouldn't go near them.
Family and Friends Of YouTuber Alysha Burnley Mourn Her Death
YouTuber Alysha Burnley was a well-loved online personality with 1.27 million followers on her channel. Her honest and often hilarious videos were praised for their originality, and she had a promising career in both comedy and film making ahead of her.
Her brother posted on his Instagram about her early and unfortunate passing. "'I come with great sadness that my little sister Alysha Burney has passed," he posted. "PLEASE allow our family time to grieve during this time. It is extremely difficult seeing all of the false narratives trying to defame her legacy, and we are ready to take legal action for those continuing to spread false information regarding her passing."
Where the false rumours about how Alysha Burnley died came from is unclear. Why someone would spread that laced drugs killed her is anyone's guess. For now, the information is that she died in her sleep from an asthma attack.
Her family is dealing with their loss in private for the time being. However, words of support and love are coming in from her many distraught fans. "Rest in peace to the most iconic woman I knew on the internet. I love you," one YouTube user has posted to a video on her page.
Her other social media pages are also full of kind messages. It is always a shame to lose such talent at such a young age.
