A woman cradles a candle in her hands as she and her daughter fight back tears. Others huddle together, gripping each other's hands tightly and embracing one another.
It's three degrees and pouring with rain, but hundreds still ventured out to pay respects to a little girl killed after she was hit by a car.
At just ten years old, Lily Rose Morris had barely lived. Her last moments were spent playing out beside her best friend. As other children prepare for the excitement of Christmas, one mother now faces a lifetime of heartache.
Tonight, a village in mourning came together - just metres from where her life came to an abrupt end. Hundreds took moments to reflect on how their north Manchester community has been shattered by the youngster's
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