From St. Francois County, Mo.: A community is grieving the loss of a 16-year-old girl. Friends describe her as a sweet and understanding person who never judged others. A candlelight vigil was held to remember the student, who attended West County High School.

The circumstances of her death are under investigation. She was struck by a car driven by a deputy. Further details about the incident are available from the source.

Those who knew her are coming together to honor her memory, with friends and classmates remembering her lively personality.