Conn. Girl, 7, Who Was Drowned by Mom in Murder-Suicide 'Brought Smiles, Laughter and Happiness'

Layla Kim Ngân Malona.Photo: Lesko and Polke Funeral Home

Layla Kim Ngân Malona, 7, was a student at Coleytown Elementary School in Westport,according to the girl’s online obituary.

On Thursday, police responded to a home in Westport after receiving reports of an unresponsive female.

There is no known motive for the 46-year-old mom’s actions.

The obituary describes the girl as possessing “a sweetness that truly captivated people.”

It continues: “She brought smiles, laughter, and happiness to all around her. She loved and admired her big sissy, Alexis, and was her daddy’s little girl.”

Layla also collected stuffed animals.

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The shocking murder-suicide has left the suburban community rattled.

source: people.com