GoFundMe Raises Over $50K for Survivors of Lakewood Murder-Suicide

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 A GoFundMe campaign has raised more than $51,000 to support the surviving daughters of a Lakewood murder‑suicide that claimed three lives on January 15, 2026.

Lakewood Murder-Suicide

Authorities say 52‑year‑old Hector Lionel Alfaro fatally shot his 48‑year‑old wife and 17‑year‑old daughter before turning the gun on himself inside their home on the 5800 block of Lorelei Avenue.

📍 Incident Details

  • Date: January 15, 2026

  • Location: Lorelei Avenue, Lakewood, California

  • Suspect: Hector Lionel Alfaro, 52

  • Victims: Wife (48) and daughter (17), both fatally shot in the upper torso

  • Surviving daughter: 19 years old, unharmed after Alfaro fired at her multiple times

  • Discovery: Deputies found Alfaro dead in the den from a self‑inflicted gunshot wound; wife and daughter found in separate bedrooms

  • Weapons: Two firearms recovered at the scene

  • Motive: Still under investigation

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the case as a murder‑suicide. Lt. Daniel Vizcarra emphasized that the surviving daughter is not a suspect and there is no ongoing threat to the public. Capt. Daniel Holguin described the event as a tragedy in a community typically considered safe.

💐 Family & Fundraising Efforts

The fundraiser, titled “Love and support for a grieving family”, was launched by Andrew Aguilera, husband of the couple’s eldest daughter. Organizers say the funds will help cover funeral costs, counseling, and living expenses for the surviving siblings.

As of January 17, 2026, the campaign had raised over $51,000 of its goal, reflecting strong community support for the grieving family.

📞 How to Help

Authorities urge anyone with information to contact:

  • 🚓 Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department: (323) 890‑5500

  • 📞 Crime Stoppers (Anonymous): (800) 222‑TIPS (8477)

This story is shared for awareness purposes, based on information provided by law enforcement and fundraising organizers. 🚨

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