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A Langley mother accused of killing her seven-year-old daughter has had the charge against her upgraded to first-degree murder.

Kerryann Lewis, 36, was originally charged with second-degree murder in the death of her daughter, Aaliyah Rosa. The new, first-degree murder charge was sworn in provincial court on Friday, confirmed the B.C. Prosecution Service.

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On July 22, police were called to an apartment complex near 200th Street and 68th Avenue in Langley where they found Aaliyah. How she died remains unclear.

Aaliyah, an only child, lived in Walnut Grove with her father, Steve.

At her memorial service in August, mourners remembered her as a child who “oozed curiosity” and was “too smart for her own good.” She was charismatic and wild and loved everyone, said her daycare provider.

Lewis is scheduled to return to court Jan. 30.

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