Angel Lopez Jr., a 17-year-old male from Rock Island, Illinois, tragically passed away on September 18, 2022. Angel, who was of Hispanic descent, was a student at Central High School and was known for his active involvement in boxing and his community. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend, remembered for his dedication to his hobbies and his close relationships with family and friends.
On the evening of September 18, 2022, Angel Lopez Jr. was found with a gunshot wound to the chest in the 1300 block of 3rd Avenue in Rock Island. Despite being transported to a nearby hospital, he succumbed to his injuries. The incident was immediately classified as a homicide, prompting an investigation by the Rock Island Police Department.
The investigation led to the arrest of two suspects: 17-year-old Corion Thomas of East Moline and 22-year-old Davyon J. Q. Woods-Jackson of Rock Island. Both suspects were apprehended in Oklahoma City in late November 2022 and subsequently extradited to the Quad Cities. Corion Thomas was charged with first-degree murder, while Davyon J. Q. Woods-Jackson faced multiple charges, including two counts of obstruction of justice, two counts of first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated battery with a firearm, two counts of armed robbery, and one count of aggravated discharge of a firearm.
The legal proceedings against the suspects have been ongoing. Corion Thomas remains in custody at the Mary Davis Juvenile Detention Facility, while Davyon J. Q. Woods-Jackson is held at the Rock Island County Jail with a bond set at $500,000. The case has drawn significant attention from the local community, with many mourning the loss of Angel Lopez Jr. and calling for justice to be served.
Angel's death has left a profound impact on his family, friends, and the broader community. His parents, Angel Sr. and Arcelia Lopez, along with his siblings and extended family, continue to grieve his untimely passing. The community has rallied around the Lopez family, offering support and condolences during this difficult time. Angel's memory lives on through the many lives he touched and the legacy he left behind.
