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Friends mourn 16-year-old killed after being hit by deputy’s car: ‘She was a great person’
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· October 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points : A community is grieving the loss of a 16-year-old girl. She died after being struck by a car driven by a deputy.
From St. Francois County, Mo.: A community is grieving the loss of a 16-year-old girl. She died after being struck by a car driven by a deputy.
Friends describe her as a sweet and understanding person who never judged others. A candlelight vigil was held to honor her memory. The incident occurred early Saturday and an investigation is underway.
Further details about the circumstances surrounding her death are available from the source. The student body at her school was affected by her passing, with friends wanting to remember and honor her.
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Category: schools Published: October 6, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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