Stephen Gudknecht

Death by Force

Stephen Gudknecht, a 37-year-old manager at Chili's Restaurant in DeWitt, Syracuse, NY, tragically lost his life on September 15, 2018. Gudknecht was known for his love of SU athletics, the Denver Broncos, and his dedication to his children. On the night of his death, Gudknecht and three other co-workers were leaving the restaurant when they were confronted by William Wood Jr., who demanded they return inside. Wood then proceeded to rob the restaurant and, during the course of the robbery, shot ...Read More

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