A Colorado girl died Friday evening after falling through an attic floor at an after-school program, Pueblo Police said.
13-year-old Joeylin Kenley McDonald died after falling approximately 25 feet through the attic floor at the Rocky Mountain SER after-school head start program.
Police said the victim was with a group of juveniles at the time of the deadly incident.
“Joeylin was the brightest soul in the world,” the girl’s aunt said in a statement.
“She is smart, headstrong, beautiful, sassy, sweet, caring, and one hell of a hard worker.”
“Mourning the loss of such a beautiful soul will be a daily task for the rest of our lives. Joeylin is one of a kind and will never be forgotten.”
Rocky Mountain SER called the teen’s death a “tragic loss within our community.”
“Joeylin was a bright and beloved light in our community, and her sudden passing is a devastating blow to all who knew and loved her,” the administration said.
“While the exact circumstances of this tragedy remain under investigation, we ask the Pueblo community and beyond to join us in lifting in loving support and deep prayer for Joeylin, her family, friends, and all who are grieving during this unimaginable time.”
