Award-winning British photojournalist Paul Lowe, 60, was allegedly murdered by his 19-year-old son, Emir Lowe, while on a popular hiking trail in California.
Paul Lowe, renowned for covering major global conflicts including the siege of Sarajevo during the Bosnian War, was found dead on October 12 in the San Gabriel Mountains. According to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner, he had been fatally stabbed in the neck.
Emir Lowe has been charged with one count of murder and is scheduled to appear in court for the first time at the West Covina Courthouse. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department confirmed that the case has been presented to the District Attorney's Office, which has officially filed the murder charge against Emir.
This tragic incident has shocked many, especially given Paul Lowe’s distinguished career as a photojournalist and his coverage of conflict zones worldwide. Further details about the motive or events leading up to the incident have not yet been released.
Source:
The Metro
