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Lori McConnell

Case from Waterloo, NY dated Jul 10, 2018

Victim Details

Name

Lori McConnell

Gender

Female

Race

White / Caucasian

City

Waterloo

State

Date Of Death

2018-07-10

Age At Death

First Name

Lori

Last Name

McConnell

Last Updated

07/30/2026

Case Description

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Lori McConnell, a 53-year-old woman from Waterloo, New York, tragically lost her life on July 10, 2018, in a violent shooting. This harrowing event was the culmination of a period of fear and abuse she had endured from her ex-boyfriend, Emerson 'John' Tohafjian. In the time leading up to her death, Lori had expressed grave concerns for her safety, even telling her daughter that she feared he would kill her. She had sought legal protection, but her request for a restraining order was denied.
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WHAM: Family of Waterloo victim claims mothers calls for help were mishandled

Ithaca Journal: State Police ID second Waterloo homicide victim

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Lori McConnell

Case from Waterloo, NY dated Jul 10, 2018

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