By Trend News Line 2024-06-28 02:49:01.
Family of Rising Boxing Star Holds Vigil for Slain 27-Year-Old
The family of Isaiah Olugbemi, a promising talent in the boxing world, gathered for a vigil on Thursday night to honour his life and advocate for stricter gun control laws in Baltimore. The 27-year-old fighter from Odenton tragically lost his life on June 17 after being shot multiple times near Meadowmist Way and Stehlik Drive. Anne Arundel County Police Department reported that Nicholas Giroux, 36, was charged with first and second-degree murder for Olugbemi’s death.
Details of the Tragic Incident
Detectives uncovered video surveillance footage showing Giroux, a white male and Olugbemi’s neighbour, approaching the victim with a handgun, firing multiple shots, and fleeing the scene. Giroux later confessed to the murder during a police interview on June 18. Family members revealed that Giroux had previously threatened Olugbemi with a firearm on several occasions before the fatal shooting took place.
Remembering Isaiah Olugbemi
Isaiah Olugbemi was not just a talented boxer; he was also a devoted father to a 2-year-old boy. The young athlete had recently achieved success in his career by winning a National Golden Gloves title. As friends and family gathered at GORC Park for the vigil, they shared fond memories of Olugbemi and called on authorities to expedite the investigation into his murder. They also urged for stricter gun control measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
A Call for Justice
In response to Olugbemi’s untimely death, a petition was launched to demand justice for the slain boxer. With over 2,100 signatures and a goal of reaching 2,500, the petition serves as a testament to the community’s support for Olugbemi’s family. Tolu Oparinde, a cousin of the deceased, expressed the family’s devastation and their desire to see the perpetrator brought to justice.
Funeral Arrangements and Legal Proceedings
As the family prepares to bid farewell to Isaiah Olugbemi, closed funeral services are scheduled to take place on Friday. Meanwhile, Nicholas Giroux remains in custody without bond and is expected to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on July 17. The family hopes that justice will be served for Olugbemi and that stricter gun control laws will prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
By Cristina Mendez, Multimedia Journalist at WJZ.
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