Layla Jeffery

Layla Jeffery, a 13-year-old girl from the small Victorian town of Donald, is at the center of a newsworthy investigation following her alleged murder. She was reported missing earlier this month after failing to return home. Her remains were discovered in bushland in regional Victoria late on a Thursday afternoon. Victoria police are treating her death as suspicious. A 16-year-old boy has since been arrested in connection with her disappearance and death. The community of Donald, located about 280km from Melbourne, is reportedly struggling with the news of the alleged murder of a young, well-liked resident. Layla is described by those who knew her as "somewhat shy" and "well-liked."