Ra’Niya Steward, age 13

Lost to gun violence on February 3, 2024 in Alton, Illinois.

Photo sources:

Feb 9: https://www.firstalert4.com: 13-year-old Alton shooting victim dies from injuries
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News sources:

ABC News: 13-year-old girl dies days after being shot on front porch of home
ksdk.com: 13-year-old girl dies days after being shot in the head while standing on Alton porch; 2 more teens charged
Feb 4: https://www.firstalert4.com: Teens charged in shooting of Alton girl

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