CLAY COUNTY, Fla. — Family and community members gathered Sunday at Somer's Garden to remember Somer Thompson, the little girl who disappeared on her way home from school ten years ago.
Her killer, Jarred Harrell, pleaded guilty to killing the 7-year-old and will spend the rest of his life in prison without possibility of parole. He was given 6 life sentences.
GALLERY: Somer Thompson remembered 10 years later at vigil in Clay County
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Somer's Garden is a community garden that grows on the land where Thompson's killer's home used to stand.
The house was burned down during a fire training exercise in 2015.
Today family and friends are hosting a candle light vigil to honor 10 years since 7-year-old Somer Thompson was abducted and killed.
— Brittney Verner (@BrittneyVerner) October 20, 2019
It’s happening inside Somer Garden, it was planted in her remembrance. @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/Nm37CZ5d4F
Family and friends wore purple to honor Somer’s anniversary.
— Brittney Verner (@BrittneyVerner) October 21, 2019
Listen as they sing Somer’s favorite song to close the vigil. @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/6aJkAAre27
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