Autopsy Confirms SIDS in Death of Lisa Straube and Furkan Akkaya’s Son

Overview

• Lisa Straube and Furkan Akkaya said an autopsy found their four-month-old son Xavi died of sudden infant death syndrome and that he passed in his sleep without pain.
• After receiving the medical findings, the couple visited the funeral director to see Xavi one last time, dress him, and leave a farewell letter.
• A public memorial for Xavi at the Evangelical Cemetery Berghofen in Dortmund has been established and is drawing flowers, candles, photos, and toys.
• Akkaya posted video from the site and the couple thanked supporters for the tributes and messages that have comforted them.
• Influencer Rebecca Ries traveled to offer in-person support, while Straube also posted examples of hostile messages criticizing their openness about grief.