Adrian Gwapo tragically lost his life in the early hours of Sunday, March 3, 2024, as the Riverside Police Department responded to a report of a loud party in the 3400 block of Gay Way in Riverside. Upon arrival, officers found two teenage boys with stab wounds. Despite efforts to save him, Adrian succumbed to his injuries at the scene, while the other victim was rushed to the hospital with a non-life-threatening stab wound.
Shortly after, law enforcement was alerted to a third teenager admitted to the hospital with an unspecified injury, leading to their detainment on suspicion of involvement in the stabbing. The incident, which solely involved individuals of high school age, is not believed to have included any additional parties.
As the investigation unfolds, the detained teenager remains under scrutiny for potential involvement in the stabbing, although specifics surrounding the altercation are yet to be fully disclosed.
The Riverside Police Department is actively probing the tragic event, aiming to uncover further details about the altercation and its underlying causes. Anyone with relevant information is urged to come forward and aid in the investigation. In the midst of this distressing event, the authorities extend their deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones affected, especially Adrian’s family.
In response to this heartbreaking loss, Mota has initiated a fundraiser on GoFundMe to assist Adrian’s family with funeral and memorial expenses. Anthony, expressing disbelief and a broken heart, emphasizes the genuine need to raise funds for Adrian’s funeral, underscoring the community’s desire to support the grieving family during this challenging time.
