Family of 9 year old girl shot dead in Liverpool pay tribute
Olivia Pratt-Korbel was killed in her own home on Monday night
The family of Olivia Pratt-Korbel have paid tribute to their unique, chatty little girl.
The 9 year old was shot dead at home in Dovecot on Monday night after a man was chased into her home by a masked gunman who killed Olivia and injured her mother Cheryl.
Detectives say the names of a number of potential suspects have been provided to them as they continue their search for the shooter.
Olivia's family says she was adored by everyone:
“Liv was a unique chatty, nosey little girl who broke the mould when she was born. She loved life and all it had to offer.
“Liv loved dressing up and was very particular on how she was dressed, like any other little girl she loved doing her makeup and nails, she was nine going on 19.
“Liv was adored by everyone who knew her and would instantly make friends with anyone and everyone. She was often seen going up and down the street on her new bike she had just got for her birthday.
“Although her life was short, her personality certainly wasn’t and she lived it to the most she could, and would blow people away with her wit and kindness.
“We as a family are heartbroken and have lost a huge part of our life.
“If anyone knows anything, now is the time to speak up. It is not about being a “snitch” or a “grass” it is about finding out who took our baby away from us. PLEASE DO THE RIGHT THING.
“We as a family are eternally grateful for the help and support we have received from people across the world.
“We are also thankful to Merseyside police for the outstanding work and to the staff at Alder Hey and Aintree hospitals.”