The family of a "beautiful" young woman who was killed following a disturbance in Kirkby have said they are in "total disbelief".
Touching tributes have poured in for Courtney Boorne, 20, who was named by her family today. A fundraising page has been shared with the ECHO with the hopes of raising £5,000 as the family say they are "still trying to come to terms" with the tragic news.
Having already more than £100, it reads: "We are in total disbelief. Last night we got the worst news about the murder and still trying to come to terms with what’s happened, and due to it being on Christmas Eve it’s been very difficult for all of the family and would appreciate every penny you can donate."
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Emergency services were called to Quarry Green Heights in Kirkby at around 4.40pm on December 23 to reports of a disturbance. A 20-year-old woman was taken to hospital in a critical condition but despite best efforts, she died.
A post mortem will take place to establish the cause of death. A 19-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested by officers on suspicion of murder.
Since sharing the devastating news, tributes have been pouring in. Amber Daley New said: "So sad rip Courtney thinking of all her family" as Karen Gallagher wrote: "RIP Courtney."
Katie Hall added: "Thinking of Cheryl and the kids, gone far too soon. Rip Courtney." Danielle Rigby said: "So sad to wake up to this news today, can't believe it Court fly high beautiful, thinking of all the family at this heartbroken time."
Cathy Plumbe wrote: "Rest in peace Courtney you will be sadly missed my heart is broke for you and your family, all the girls are heartbroken." Mimi Sellers said: "Brightest star in the sky, forever 20 our beautiful angel, goodnight baby girl see you in my dreams."
The fundraiser can be found here.
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