By Nakita Jager for ABC
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The parents of a 21-year-old man who was fatally stabbed in Coffs Harbour almost two weeks ago are pleading with the person responsible for the "senseless act" to turn themselves in.
Kye Schaefer's mother and father have released a video via New South Wales Police in which they speak about the impact of their loss.
"I think no words can sort of ultimately describe how we're feeling," Pam Schaefer said.
"Just the sheer loss of our faith in humanity, really - that's pretty much it."
Kye was found in Park Beach Reserve car park in Coffs Harbour on 2 May with significant stab wounds.
He was about to go for a morning surf when he was attacked.
Kye was rushed to Coffs Harbour Base Hospital in a critical condition and died a short time later.
"He didn't do anything wrong," Pam Schaefer said.
"He was just going for a surf before he went to work."
'Just be honest and own up'
Tony Schaefer urged the person responsible for his son's death to come forward.
"Just be honest and own up for your mistakes in life," he said.
"Everyone makes them, that's all I can say."
The Schaefer family said the community had been supportive since the tragic incident.
"The love and support of our family and friends have been absolutely phenomenal," Pam Schaefer said.
"That's what's kept us out of this black hole."
Police appeal for information
Police made their own appeal for information last week but are yet to lay any charges in relation to the incident.
Homicide detectives are looking at possible links between the stabbing and an alleged armed robbery that took place nearby about the same time.
Police also wish to speak to a man seen riding a bicycle near the surf club at the time of the stabbing.
They are also appealing for witnesses with dash cam footage taken near the Coffs Harbour Surf Club or Orlando Street before 7am on Thursday 2 May.
Police have told the ABC that a weapon has not been found and investigations are continuing.
Coffs Clarence Police have increased patrols around the area and urge anyone with information about the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
- This story was first published by ABC.
