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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Adam Toms & Kieran Isgin

'Sweet and bright' girl, 15, dies after collapsing at school

A girl who has been described by family as "sweet and bright" tragically died after suddenly collapsing at her school.

Laila Dawood, 15, who regularly suffered from asthma and allergies died after collapsing at Derby Moor Academy, Littleover, Derby, on Friday, December 9. Her father, Mohammed Dawood, 46, said the incident has left him feeling empty, Derbyshire Live reports.

"She meant the whole world to us," Mr Dawood said. "She was a very, very sweet child and a respectful girl, whatever colour you were. She had a lot of friends from all different backgrounds.

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