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The Balvaneda family has sincelaunched a GoFundMein Iran’s name to help cover funeral expenses, as the local community mourns the teenager’s death. As of Monday, the campaign has raised more than $2,000 of its $30,000 goal.

“With a heavy and broken heart we share this tragic and unexpected loss of our beloved Iran Moreno,” the family wrote. “Iran was 13 years old son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend with a bright future ahead of him. Iran was a sweet, loving soul who wore his heart on his sleeve and approached people with a unique sweetness and tenderness.”

Police said they are attempting to determine the identity of the intended target(s). They’re asking any witnesses to come forward with information, as no suspects or motives are known, and the investigation is ongoing.

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“I’m devastated,” said Terry Sanchez, who visited the memorial. “I have grandkids myself. I have an 11-year-old granddaughter. It’s devastating for me. I didn’t know this child but it’s devastating.”

source: people.com