Police investigating the disappearance of 15-year-old Kayleigh Haywood say it has now become a murder investigation.
Kayleigh Haywood, from Measham, was last seen at 6pm on Friday 13th November when she was dropped off outside Ibstock Community College, in Central Avenue.
Kayleigh’s mum and dad, Stephanie Haywood and Martin Whitby, described her as a bubbly, loving, caring girl who loves her family.
A vigil has been held at St Laurence's church in Measham for Kayleigh Haywood after police confirmed they discovered a body believed to be the teenager's.
The family of the 15-year-old attended along with members of the local community from Measham and surrounding towns and villages.
Kayleigh's brother Kyle Haywood, 18, broke down as he paid tribute to his sister in front of 200 mourning friends and family members.
He said: "I'd like to thank everyone for coming for my little sister tonight.
"She was taken away from us at a young age, and nothing can bring her back.
"We are all very grateful to everyone that has come.
"I'd just like to say, Kayleigh, I hope you're looking down on us.
"You're in our hearts and in thoughts forever.
"I love you so much. So, so much."
After his tribute, Kyle went over and kissed his mother Stephanie Haywood, before sitting down with his close family in the front row of the 200-seater church.
The family of Kayleigh Haywood have thanked the local communities in Leicestershire for their overwhelming support.
Police have removed a body from undergrowth in a Leicestershire park which is believed to be that of missing teenager Kayleigh Haywood.
Kayleigh Haywood was in Year 11 at Ashby School and studying for her GCSEs before her murder. Its head teacher described her as a