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Family prepares for funeral of 22-month-old killed in drive-by

Aiden was only 2 years old when he died in 2016. 

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A 22-month-old that was killed in a drive-by shooting in Jacksonville last week will be laid to rest Saturday.

Aiden McClendon was shot three times Friday night while in the backseat of a car with his mother and grandmother.

His killing sent shock waves through the community and raised the death toll to 13 murders since the start of the year.

Police said they believe the shooting was gang-related.

Family will gather at noon Saturday to celebrate the toddler's life at a closed service.

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