The mother of a seven-year-old girl killed in Langley in July has been charged with second-degree murder for her alleged role the child’s death.
Aaliyah Rosa was found deceased in a townhouse complex in the 20000-block of 68 Avenue in Langley on July 22.
A 36-year-old woman, who investigators believe was involved in the incident, was taken to hospital.
On August 20, IHIT investigators confirmed the 36-year-old woman is Rosa’s mother Kerryann Lewis. She has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of the seven-year-old girl.
Update on Aaliyah Rosa homicide: 36-yr-old Kerryann Lewis charged w/ 2nd degree murder in death of 7-yr-old Aaliyah Rosa on July 22nd. Ms Lewis is Aaliyah’s mother. 1st court appearance today.
— IHIT (@HomicideTeam) August 20, 2018
IHIT says Lewis will make her first court appearance on Monday.