Young Liberal Wilson Gavin has reportedly died

Reports have emerged that Wilson Gavin, who made headlines yesterday as part of a protest against a drag story time event in Queensland, has died.

Daily Mail have reported that a spokesperson for Queensland Police has confirmed the young gay man has lost his life.

Wilson was among the students from Queensland University’s Young Liberal and Nationals Club who protested a children’s story time event at a Queensland library yesterday.

One Twitter user, claiming to be Gavin’s aunt, has shared their sadness over his passing.

I stand by everything I said on Twitter in regard to my late nephews, Wilson Gavin’s behaviour at the library – it was despicable behaviour however, there is a reason for everyone’s behaviour & he was a very tormented soul & I loved him https://t.co/MUifMWqPSq

— Polly Wilson (@PollyWi92611992) January 13, 2020

Friends and colleagues are also posting their condolences online.

OUTinPerth have contacted Queensland Police for comment. 17-01-2020 Image updated. 

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