Valerie Loya-Arreola was 15 when she died from a gunshot wound in Phoenix on August 7, 2021. The shooting happened inside her family circle and is described as an accidental discharge rather than random violence.

Police say the firearm was being handled by a relative, 21-year-old Alexis Vidrio, who was reportedly cleaning the gun and believed it to be unloaded after removing the magazine. The weapon discharged and struck Valerie. Vidrio was arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with her death.

Valerie is remembered as a daughter, granddaughter, and cousin whose life was cut short. Does anyone have information about the day she was killed or knew Valerie and can share details with investigators?