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Teen dies after shooting himself in mall parking lot

rene | 9:42 p.m. Jan. 9, 2009

this is his brother and i think the people can believe what they want but i know my bro didn't have her hostage. none of this was his fault...he was looking forwarded to a full and rewarding life! so rest in peace bro i will always love u

Trinny | 10:35 p.m. Jan. 9, 2009

Well, I hope they mention the guy and the girl's name. Because, im really curious to find out who it is. I go to Granger. Lol ;]

arc | 11:57 p.m. Jan. 9, 2009

They often don't release names of those under 18 if there is the possibility of a crime being committed.

Whatever happened, 17 is too young to die.

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Bowtie | 12:18 a.m. Jan. 10, 2009

Rene,
Sorry about your brother, he was one of my favorite students. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Wow | 8:18 a.m. Jan. 10, 2009

I work at the mall and there is a lot of wrong details in the story.

Nancy | 8:57 a.m. Jan. 10, 2009

Nobody will ever understand our loss unless you have experienced it for yourself. Please don't be ignorant when you leave your comments there are alot of people's feelings at stake. Honestly your negative comments really are not important or need to be heard. If you can not sympathize then don't bother opening your mouth. He was loved by everyone who knew him and will be greatly missed, remember that all you hear are STORIES...and stories are meant to be untrue. Don't take what you hear and run with it. Some things are best left unsaid.

mk | 9:29 a.m. Jan. 10, 2009

Trinny, there is no lol about this story.

CP | 10:36 a.m. Jan. 10, 2009

My eldest daughter graduated from Granger last school year and for all I know she could know this young man. And to Trinny this is no laughing matter. So sorry for the loss of this young man. I guess that's why I always thought it's not a good idea to be in a serious relationship when so young. Our prayers are with you at this time.

family from far | 10:46 a.m. Jan. 10, 2009

He is my cousins son, I remember him before they moved over to Utah. This is probably the worst thing a mother can do so my thoughts and prayers are with you all...jme

AAK | 1:08 p.m. Jan. 10, 2009

My daughters attend Granger High School & were
devastated to hear of this horrible trajedy... Our
family suffered a loss similar that forever
changed our lives. Our love & prayers go out to
the family & friends who are grieving.

Heather | 7:43 p.m. Jan. 10, 2009

Nancy Im so sorry for your tragic loss. I lost my brother last September to suicide. You and my family are in my prayers.

CP | 7:51 p.m. Jan. 10, 2009

My daughter does know both of them involved. Not my eldes, but my youngest. Rene's brother was in my daughter's 9th gr. math class and they sat together and were paired to work out the math problems in class. She was always so grateful for his help cause she said he was always smarter then her in that class. They were close friends. She goes to a different high school then he did, but she still thinks highly of him. She also grew up with the girl and they were close friends until Jr. high. My daughter also feels that the story is just that a STORY. It's not the facts.

ANE | 8:15 p.m. Jan. 10, 2009

I JUST WOULD LIKE TO SAY THAT HE WAS THE NICESET PERSON A PERSON WOULD EVER KNOW. RENE JUST HANG IN THERE I KNOW WHAT YOU FEEL LIKE I LOST MY DAD LAST SEPTEMBER. SO IF THERES ANYTHING WE CAN DO TO HELP JUST COME TO GRANGER AND THE PEOPLE THERE WOULD BE ENLIGHTED TO HELP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WITH THERE NEEDS. I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSSS. HE WAS A GREAT WRESTLER,FRIEND,SON,AND PROBABLY A UNCLE. HE WILL BE DEARLY MISSED. BUT REST IN PARADISE FRIEND..YOU TOOK OUR HEARTS WITH YOU. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN IN OUR PRAYRERS...WE WILL MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU DEARLY

practically his little sis | 10:51 p.m. Jan. 10, 2009

he was one of the most kind, loving, caring people i could ever know. ive known him since the 5th grade and ever since then we have been really close friends. he loved his girlfriend more than anything on this earth, he would never hold her hostage. and for those of you that have negative things to say, keep those comments to yourself. we lost a great person yesterday who will never be forgotten.
i love you big bro, may you rest in paradise, til we meet again.

Kate | 12:40 p.m. Jan. 11, 2009

Rene, I am sorry for your loss. I just lost my brother almost a month ago so I understand your pain. Remember we are all God's children and He loves us. I don't know your family but I am sure your brother was a wonderful person! Ignore rude comments made by others and forget the stories in the paper. Truth will prevail. Your family will be in my prayers.

My condolences | 1:05 p.m. Jan. 11, 2009

To all family and friends of this young man, I offer my sincere condolences. As others have said, a story is just that, and all the facts and circumstances will never be known, and are less important than the fact that you have suffered a terrible loss, and the community has lost a young man who, from all responses so far, was a kind, loving and compassionate person and for that we all have suffered a loss.

friend | 10:24 a.m. Jan. 12, 2009

He was the most caring, kind, respectful and nicest person i ever met. he always made me smile even when i was sad. he will never ever ever be forgotten by me. my prayers are with his mom, brother, and dad! i didn't go to granger, but i worked with him. i will miss him dearly!! i pray every night. Rene hang in there! and mey he rest in peace. untill we meet again!

Sheena Badjie | 1:31 p.m. Jan. 12, 2009

I was one of the 3 witness that had to go to the police and talk about what happened at the mall on the 9th. I was parked right beside his car. I swear this whole event has changed the way I look at life as well as how I look at people. I am praying for the family and the young girl as well. Its unbelivable.

Anonymous | 8:56 a.m. Jan. 13, 2009

i new this guy and i hope yur family
makes it throw
i pray for yu and yur family
i wiss miss yu friend..
and thats true yu guys need to get the story
right he did dont have her hostage...

anonymous | 6:27 p.m. Jan. 13, 2009

he was a total sweetheart. a big teddy bear. hope he rests in peace. he will be missed severely

friend | 8:30 p.m. Jan. 16, 2009

ive known rene and his bro since elememtary and yu would of never thought this would happen to such a great person n im so sorry rene i have no words to say cuz losing sum one yu love so much just see take his life away is devestating my family prays for yu every nite may yu rest in peace ...

gul | 1:07 a.m. Jan. 17, 2009

I am very sorry for the young boy, God bless him and his family. People please wake up now, USA is the only country that selling gun everywhere without hassle, and they are not expensive for even 17 years old kids. People think that gun will protect them but unfortunately it doesn't. How many kids used gun last 10 years, they kill other kids also. Remember Trolley Square incident. Who sell the gun to them? How you could be that comfortable to give the sellers freedom. The young people used them to show their power, they are young, they don't know how dangerous to carry the gun. They will fall in love, they will be angry with their friends, they will have other problems, and they will use gun to show their feelings. I am very sorry and angry.

Anonymous WVC | 4:52 p.m. Jan. 18, 2009

Rene,
I dont know who you are but I was with my brother when he was shot 7 times and he died in my arms. Its going to be tough but rest assured knowing he is in heaven and is in a much better place. I cant tell you time heals because it really doesnt, and it doesnt really get easier to deal with. Just keep his memories alive in your heart, he is with you even though you dont see him. My prayers go out to you and your family! I know first hand how you feel. Be strong and know one day you will see him again.

andrew | 12:27 p.m. Jan. 23, 2009

i knew him for three years, we met in eighth grade and were friends until i moved last summer......he was a great friend...he was always there for me when no one else was. i give my best to his family and to tina...i'm so sorry

Donna | 6:52 p.m. Feb. 19, 2009

This was my first bf and he was actually younger than this, he was a soft-more I met him in the 8th grade and he was my best friend, his name was ray...
sorry I just can't get over this ....

lin | 8:23 p.m. Feb. 25, 2009

He was so kind, We barely knew each other but he was always there for me. He always made sure I was happy and taken care of. He was so unselfish! I wish I could of been there for him...

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