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Illinois teen dies days after being shot on front porch of home

3 IL men have been charged with attempted first-degree murder and other felonies in connection to the shooting

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  • A 13-year-old girl named Ra’niya Steward from southern Illinois died after suffering a gunshot wound to her head on February 3.
  • The incident occurred while she was standing on the front porch of a relative's home.
  • Three Alton men have been charged with attempted first-degree murder and other felonies in connection to the shooting.

A 13-year-old southern Illinois girl who suffered a gunshot wound to her head while standing on a porch has died, authorities said Wednesday.

Ra’niya Steward of Alton was shot around 3 p.m. Feb. 3 while standing on the front porch at a relative's home. Investigators do not believe she was the target of the gunfire, local news outlets reported.

Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford, and Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine released a joint statement Wednesday announcing the girl's death.

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"I am deeply saddened by the passing of Ra’niya Steward," Haine said. "Our community is heartbroken. Our prayers are with the family and loved ones of Ra’niya at this difficult time."

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Ra’niya Steward of Alton was shot around 3 p.m. Feb. 3 while standing on the front porch at a relative's home.

"Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the tragic loss of this vibrant young girl," Ford said.

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Three Alton men, ages 19 to 24, have been charged with attempted first-degree murder and other felonies in connection to the shooting. They were being held in the Madison County Jail on Wednesday.

Court documents say the shooting was directed at a rival faction.