Edward Tin Kwan, a 23-year-old resident of Diamond Bar, California, tragically lost his life on May 21, 2021. The circumstances surrounding his death were both shocking and heartbreaking. Edward was found deceased in his home, having suffered both gunshot and stab wounds. The incident also claimed the life of his mother, Loretta Ho, who was 55 years old at the time. The discovery of their bodies was made by deputies from the sheriff’s Walnut Station, who responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call at their residence on Kiowa Crest.
The investigation quickly identified Edward's older brother, Eric Kwan, as the primary suspect. Eric, who was 28 years old at the time, did not reside with his mother and brother. He was arrested shortly after the incident and faced double murder charges. According to the authorities, Eric allegedly used both a knife and a gun in the attack. The motive behind the killings was not immediately clear, but the brutality of the crime left the community in shock.
Eric Kwan was held on a $2 million bail and was set to be arraigned on June 17, 2021, at the Pomona courthouse. The charges against him included two counts of murder, with additional allegations related to the use of deadly weapons. The case drew significant media attention, highlighting the tragic loss of two lives and the devastating impact on the surviving family members and the local community.
The legal proceedings against Eric Kwan continued as he pleaded not guilty to the charges. The case was closely followed by the public, with many seeking justice for Edward and Loretta. The court hearings revealed more details about the events leading up to the murders, but the full extent of the motive and the psychological state of the accused remained subjects of intense scrutiny and speculation. The tragic deaths of Edward Tin Kwan and his mother Loretta Ho remain a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the profound impact of violence on families and communities.
