Elementary schoolgirl, 10, murdered by another 'juvenile' in mysterious incident

Published: 15:15, 20 April 2026 | Updated: 15:15, 20 April 2026  A 10-year-old Alabama girl was allegedly slain by another juvenile in a mysterious incident. Katheryn Bigbee was found dead Friday night by officers who were dispatched just before 11pm to an undisclosed address, according to the Piedmont Police Department.  Officers responded to the 'missing juvenile report' in Calhoun county when they tragically discovered Bigbee's lifeless body inside the home. 'As a result of the investigation, another juvenile has been taken into custody and charged with murder,' Chief Nathan Johnson said. Chief Johnson said the investigation is ongoing, with no further details released due to the case’s nature and juvenile involvement.  'This is a heartbreaking situation for everyone involved and for our entire community,' Johnson said. 'We ask that you keep the family affected by this tragedy in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.' Katheryn Bigbee, 10, was found dead by Piedmont police Friday night As a result of the investigation, another juvenile has been taken into custody and charged with murder, according to the police Calhoun County Coroner Pat Brown told AL.com on Sunday that he was unable to release a cause of death. The Daily Mail has reached out to the coroner's office and Piedmont PD for updated comment.  Bigbee attended Piedmont Elementary School, which shared a heartbreaking statement mourning the loss of their 10-year-old student.  'We are heartbroken to share the loss of one of our precious students, Katheryn Bigbee,' the school wrote, adding that Katheryn's 'joyful, spunky personality' and enthusiasm for reading will be fondly remembered.  'Our entire Piedmont Elementary School family is grieving as we remember a sweet little girl who brought smiles, kindness, and a bright light to our halls each day.' The school asked that her family and community be kept in thoughts and prayers during this time.  'She will always be a part of our school family, and her memory will live on in the hearts of her classmates, teachers, and all who knew and loved her,' the school said.  Bigbee is mourned by the community, as tributes poured in remembering her as a 'bright light' The 10-year-old was known for her 'joyful, spunky personality,' the Piedmont Elementary school said The Calhoun County Coroner's Office is not yet able to release a cause of death for the schoolgirl Tributes from the community poured in on social media, with many praying for those affected.  'This is heartbreaking so young and innocent. I’m so sorry my prayers go out to her family and her grandparents,' one person wrote on Facebook. Another said: 'What a beautiful young girl taken way to soon.' 'Her beautiful smile will forever be remembered,' another user posted. No comments have so far been submitted. Why not be the first to send us your thoughts, or debate this issue live on our message boards. By posting your comment you agree to our house rules. Do you want to automatically post your MailOnline comments to your Facebook Timeline? Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual. Do you want to automatically post your MailOnline comments to your Facebook Timeline? Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual We will automatically post your comment and a link to the news story to your Facebook timeline at the same time it is posted on MailOnline. To do this we will link your MailOnline account with your Facebook account. We’ll ask you to confirm this for your first post to Facebook. You can choose on each post whether you would like it to be posted to Facebook. Your details from Facebook will be used to provide you with tailored content, marketing and ads in line with our Privacy Policy.