BBCThe family of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe, who was stabbed to death in Weston-super-Mare on Monday, have described her as “the most beautiful little soul”.
In a statement, they added: “Our hearts are broken in a way we never imagined possible.”
Aria’s father, Tom Thorpe, said her death was “devastating” and added: “You will be greatly missed, you special little angel. A life gone far too early but I hope a life lived well. We all love you dearly. Goodnight darling.”
A 15-year-old boy appeared at Bristol Crown Court on Friday charged with her murder.
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