So It is with a heavy heart that I’m writing this, but my older brother was just killed on 7/11/25 2 days before his 45th birthday and left to die on the street as if he was worthless. The grief and shock of an unexpected loss hits a bit differently than anything else.

My older brother was a father of 3 boys that he loved very much. And now, because of senseless gun violence in our city of New Haven, those 3 boys are left without a father for the rest of their lives.But I’m here asking for your help with any donations that can help us raise $5,000 as these funds will help our family get through this difficult time.

Thanks,

Perez