Elijah Lopez

Murdered
Case Description
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On February 20, 2023, 16-year-old Elijah A. Lopez was fatally shot at Jordan Gardens in Niagara Falls, New York. Born on October 6, 2006, Elijah was a junior in high school, eagerly anticipating his senior year and a potential wrestling career. He was also passionate about basketball and enjoyed playing on his PlayStation. Elijah was known for his intelligence, humor, and loyalty to his loved ones.

The investigation into Elijah's death led to the arrest of 22-year-old Gabriel Behrens, ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Elijah Lopez

    Male

    Black / African American

    Niagara-falls

    NY

    2023-02-20

    16

    Elijah

    Lopez

    12/22/2024

    Forum Posts (3)
    While reading about Elijah's case, I can't help but feel for his family and the future he will never... ...Read More
    05/31/2023
    Has anyone else been following the emotional impact this tragedy has had on Elijah's high school? Fr... ...Read More
    04/30/2023
    It's just so devastating to think about what Elijah’s friends and family are going through right n... ...Read More
    03/13/2023
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