THE heartbroken family of Alesha MacPhail have said a “final farewell” to the murdered youngster as they aim to make her a YouTube star.
Her family said the six-year-old had dreams of becoming a YouTuber as they appeal to the public to watch and share a clip of the little girl.
The video, called “All About Pasta,” shows an enthusiastic Alesha talking to the camera about the Italian food.
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In a statement alongside the video, her family said: “On July 2, 2018, we lost someone very dear to us. This someone was none more than the bright, loving and caring little girl in this video.
“Her name was Alesha Sarah Macphail. She was a bright star in our lives and to everyone who ever met her. She had big dreams, too, and the biggest dream she had was to be a famous YouTuber and this dream was definitely not out of her reach.
“As a final farewell, until we her meet again, we would ask you to make her dream come true by sharing this video and subscribing, or leaving some ‘thumbs up’ and comments for her.
“Once again, we would like to thank every single person for their support. We are so grateful to every single one of you.
“Rest in Peace, Alesha. Lots of love Dad, Toni, Granny, Granda, Uncle Calum and Scott , Granny Josie and Grandpa.”
So far, the video has managed to rack up over 14,000 views in less than 24 hours.
Alesha was staying with relatives on the Isle of Bute, in the Firth of Clyde, at the start of the summer break when she was found dead.
A 16-year-old boy was charged with rape and murder following the discovery of Alesha’s body in woodland on July 2.
Hundreds of family and friends said farewell to a “special little girl” at her funeral in Coatbridge on Saturday.
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