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In the early morning hours of New Year's Day in Rochester, New York, a young man's life was cut short. Preston Papalia, a 23-year-old male, was shot and killed on January 1, 2025. The incident that led to his death unfolded on Curtis Street, near Santee Street, on the city's northwest side.

An argument involving Papalia and a group of other individuals escalated into violence. During the dispute, a firearm was discharged, and Papalia was struck in the chest. When police and emergency resp ...Read More
Victim Details

Preston Papalia

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Rochester

NY

2025-01-01

23

Preston

Papalia

01/13/2026