CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The family of a 4-year-old boy who was tragically killed in a Charlotte shooting earlier this week is now requesting support.

La Shonda Edwards shared the family's GoFundMe with WCNC Charlotte , which shares the name of the boy as Jayce Saint Bakari Edwards. The family originally sought $2,600 to help with relocation expenses and support for Edwards as she continues to care for Jayce's two older brothers and baby brother. Since then, the amount has been raised to $4,500.

"Words cannot describe the love, light and laughter Jayce Saint Bakari Edwards brought to our lives. His bright eyes, long lashes and warm smile melted the hearts of everyone he met," the fundraiser's statement reads. "Jayce was his grandmother's biggest helper, his baby brother's best friend and

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