Adel Alex Elrafei, a 57-year-old male of Egyptian ethnicity, was tragically killed on December 25, 2022, in Covington, Tennessee. Elrafei, the owner of Bull Market Convenience Store, was last seen alive around 10:00 a.m. on the day of his death. He was found shot behind the counter of his store around 1:00 p.m. The police believe the shooting occurred between noon and 1:00 p.m., with robbery being the apparent motive.
The cash register was found open with an undetermined amount of missing property.
Covington Police Chief Donna Turner expressed her outrage over the incident, especially since it happened on Christmas Day. Elrafei was well-regarded in the community for his kindness and willingness to help those in need. He was known to give out bubble gum to kids and help those short on change. The community has been deeply affected by his loss, and the police are urging anyone with information to come forward to help bring justice for Elrafei and closure for his family.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects named in connection with the murder. The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are interviewing witnesses to piece together the final hours before the murder. The police have asked anyone who witnessed suspicious activity or visited the store between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to contact them. The case remains open, and the authorities are hopeful that someone will come forward with information that can lead to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for Elrafei's death.
The loss of Adel Alex Elrafei has left a significant void in the Covington community, and his memory continues to be honored by those who knew him.
