Jordan Boykin, 17, and Antonie Boykin, 14, Killed in Lawrenceville Shooting; 19-Year-Old Charged

Two teenage brothers, Jordan Boykin, 17, and Antonie Boykin, 14, were killed in a shooting near their home in Lawrenceville, Georgia, on Wednesday evening, November 4, 2026. Their deaths have left their mother, Megan Boykin, and other relatives devastated as they seek answers about the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

Gwinnett County police identified 19-year-old Alexander Canela-Panchi as the suspect. He was arrested on Thursday, November 5, and faces multiple charges in connection with the deaths of the two teenagers.

Details of the fatal Lawrenceville shooting

The shooting occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Heather Stone Way in Lawrenceville.

Officers responding to reports of gunfire found Jordan and Antonie with gunshot wounds. Both brothers were pronounced dead at the scene.

According to investigators, Canela-Panchi had arranged to meet the teenagers in connection with a planned sale of vape cartridges. Police allege that an argument developed during the meeting before the suspect shot the brothers.

The investigation remains ongoing, and the allegations against the accused have not yet been tested in court.

19-year-old suspect arrested and charged

Authorities identified the suspect as Alexander Canela-Panchi, 19. Following his arrest on November 5, he was charged with:

• Two counts of felony murder
• Two counts of aggravated assault
• Possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony
• Possession of narcotics with intent to distribute

These are criminal allegations, and Canela-Panchi is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

Mother rushed home after hearing reports of gunfire

The tragedy became even more heartbreaking for the family because Megan Boykin was away from home when the shooting happened.

She reportedly received a call from her daughter, who was frightened after hearing approximately 10 gunshots. Boykin said she was about 45 minutes away and immediately made her way home.

When she arrived, she faced the devastating discovery that the two teenagers who had been shot were her sons.

She described the confusion and distress of trying to establish whether the victims were Jordan and Antonie. The experience left her facing a loss that no parent should have to endure.

Jordan and Antonie were described as best friends

Their mother remembered the brothers as extremely close, describing them as best friends who looked out for one another.

Jordan, 17, enjoyed football and hoped to earn a place on the team at Collins Hill High School.

His younger brother, Antonie, 14, was described as hardworking and resourceful. He reportedly earned money by washing neighbours’ cars and trash cans.

Their aunt, Genea Harris, also spoke about the boys’ relationship and their activities, including selling shoes together.

Family questions circumstances surrounding the killings

Although police believe the shooting followed an argument during a planned vape cartridge transaction, members of the family have questioned whether that account explains the killings.

Their aunt, Genea Harris, suggested that jealousy or money may have been involved. She also claimed that Jordan’s cash, mobile phone and car keys were missing after the shooting.

Harris reportedly said Canela-Panchi was supposed to be a friend of one of the teenagers.

The family’s comments represent their concerns and beliefs. They have not been established as the findings of the police investigation.

Relatives have also rejected suggestions that the teenagers were carrying firearms, describing the boys as young people who were not known for violence.

Police describe shooting as an isolated incident

Police have reportedly described the shooting as an isolated incident, with no known threat to the wider public.

Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deaths, including what happened during the meeting and the events leading up to the shooting.

Remembering Jordan and Antonie Boykin

Jordan and Antonie were two brothers whose lives ended just days apart from the beginning of another school week and the everyday routines of their family.

Their mother is now grieving the loss of two sons at once. As relatives remember the boys’ close bond, interests and personalities, they are also calling for justice and answers.

The deaths of the brothers have left their family facing an unimaginable loss, while the criminal case against the 19-year-old suspect proceeds through the legal system.