Alexander Padilla, a 25-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity from Toledo, OH, tragically passed away on December 29, 2019. He was fatally shot at the Georgetown Village Apartments in West Toledo while trying to check on his sister and her girlfriend, who had been involved in a verbal altercation with the suspect, Verlando Woods. Padilla, along with his friends Paul Lis and Christopher Bazemore, were shot by Woods when they knocked on the door of the apartment where the altercation had
occurred.
Verlando Woods, a 27-year-old resident of the apartment complex, was arrested at the scene and charged with murder and felonious assault. The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m., and Padilla succumbed to his injuries after being taken to the hospital. An autopsy revealed that he died from multiple gunshot wounds to his neck, pelvis, and upper extremities. Woods was held on a $1 million bond, and his pre-trial was scheduled for January 6, 2020.
The case drew significant attention from the community, with many friends and family members recalling Padilla's vibrant personality and his love for his family and friends. He was remembered as a caring individual who always brought joy to those around him. The trial for Verlando Woods began in June 2022, where he faced charges for the murder of Alexander Padilla and the shootings of Paul Lis and Christopher Bazemore.
The tragic loss of Alexander Padilla left a lasting impact on his family and friends, who continue to honor his memory and seek justice for his untimely death.
