Shooting at vigil for gun violence victim critically injures young girl

A vigil held Sunday night at Debaillon Park took a tragic turn when a six-year-old girl was critically injured in a shooting, according to the Lafayette Police Department.

Friends and family organized the memorial service to remember Francis, but the event was interrupted by gunfire. Police said the six-year-old was struck by a bullet and transported to a hospital in critical condition.

Neighbors near the park reported hearing gunshots and described the situation as tragic…

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