Ezekiel Joshua Esquibel, a 17-year-old resident of Belen, New Mexico, tragically lost his life on October 3, 2024. The incident occurred when Ezekiel was playing with his twin brother, resulting in an unintentional shooting. Upon arrival at the scene, deputies confirmed that Ezekiel had been shot and was unresponsive.
The Valencia County Sheriff's Office issued a press release on Friday, October 4, 2024, providing initial details about the incident.
Following the tragic event, Ezekiel's twin brother was subsequently charged in connection with the shooting. The exact nature of the charges and the legal proceedings that followed have not been specified in the available information.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with firearms and the importance of gun safety, particularly when young individuals are involved. The loss of Ezekiel Esquibel at such a young age has undoubtedly left a profound impact on his family, friends, and the Belen community.
Ezekiel's obituary describes him as 'beloved' and states that he was 'taken from us too soon'. The sudden and tragic nature of his death at the tender age of 17 has led to an outpouring of grief and remembrance from those who knew him.
