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12-Year-Old Charged with Murder of Cousin After iPhone Dispute

Tennessee girl faces first-degree murder charge for allegedly smothering 8-year-old cousin during family visit.

  • Incident captured on home surveillance footage showing the girl using bedding to suffocate her cousin.
  • Prosecutors seek to try the 12-year-old as an adult due to the severity of the crime.
  • Victim identified as Demeria Hollingsworth, remembered for her love of reading and outdoor activities.
  • The accused allegedly cleaned and repositioned the victim's body after the act.
  • A GoFundMe campaign for the victim's funeral has raised over $14,000.
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