‘She had so many dreams ahead of her’: Family of 15-year-old girl allegedly killed by boyfriend speaks out

OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — The family of the 15-year-old girl allegedly shot and killed by her boyfriend in Ogden speaks out about the loss.

“Chanelle had a beautiful and feisty spirit, a gracious smile, a contagious laugh, and a soul that could light up any room,” shared the family in a GoFundMe. “She was full of life — funny, brave, and fiercely loyal to the people she loved.”

The family shared that Chanelle was funny, brave, and loyal. She had so much ahead of her, and they are heartbroken by the loss.

“She had so many dreams ahead of her. She talked about her future with excitement and hope, imagining all the things she wanted to do and become,” the family shared.

The family says that Chanelle’s death is a result of domestic violence. They hope that Chanelle’s story helps bring awareness and protection to others. The family said that domestic violence is something that no child, no family, should ever have to endure.

A GoFundMe has been put together where people can donate to help with funeral and memorial expenses and for therapy and healing support for those closest to Chanelle.