'We are overwhelmed by sorrow and grief. Our faith in the Lord is strengthening us.'
schoolElianne Andam, 15, was killed in Croydon yesterday morning and a 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of her murder.this evening, with local church and community leaders, locals, friends and family in attendance.
A statement read out on behalf of the Andam family by a church leader said: ‘We as a family are struggling to comprehend this painful tragedy that has happened to our beautiful daughter and beloved sister Elianne. Our hearts are broken.‘We would like to express our gratitude to those who have taken the time to send us thoughtful and compassionate messages and prayers.
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