Community Remembers 4yo Girl Fatally Shot In North Philly Home

North Philadelphia (CBS) -- The community came together for a vigil Friday evening outside the North Philadelphia home where a four-year-old was gunned down earlier this week. While police are still piecing together what happened, one thing was clear: those that knew the little girl said she was very sweet.

Pink and white balloons were released into the sky then candles were lit, capping off the prayer vigil.

Jerry Hall's family lives next door. He was one of dozens who were there to say goodbye.

"Very emotional people came out to share the life of the little girl that passed away," Hall said. "Very nice young lady."

Aysha Hassan knew the child well...

"It's one of our babies from A Mother's Touch Daycare. It's real touching because it hit home," Hassan said. "We hate to hear stuff like this and know that one of our own has gone."

She said the little girl was always smiling and having a good time.

The community came together by placing stuffed animals, flowers, and even letters outside her home.

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