Community mourns Layla Jeffery as 16-year-old boy charged with murder
Layla Jeffery, 13, was found dead in the Victorian town of Donald on July 4, prompting grief in the tight-knit community. A 16-year-old boy has been charged with her alleged murder, while residents have raised over $41,000 for her family. Mayor Graeme Milne emphasized the need for psychological support for children as school resumed.
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Published 13 Jul 2026, 15:00 UTC · Updated 13 Jul 2026, 15:10 UTC
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