Teenage son of British war photographer, Paul Lowe, charged with his murder | US News
A British war photographer has tragically been killed in California, with his teenage son being arrested on suspicion of murder, as confirmed by police.
Paul Lowe, a photojournalist renowned for covering conflicts such as the siege of Sarajevo during the Bosnian war, was discovered dead at a popular hiking trail in the San Gabriel Mountains on 12 October.
The County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s records reveal that the 60-year-old had been stabbed in the neck.
His son Emir Lowe, aged 19, was spotted driving away from the location and was later involved in a solo traffic accident a few miles away before being apprehended by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
He has been charged with murder and is scheduled to appear in court at the West Covina Courthouse in California on Wednesday, as stated by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.
The incident occurred at Mount Baldy Road near Stoddard Canyon Falls at 3.28pm local time (11.28pm UK time), according to the sheriff’s department.
Responding officers found a white male adult with injuries to his upper torso, and the victim was pronounced dead at the scene by San Bernardino Fire Department personnel, the sheriff’s department reported.
“A white male adult was seen driving away from the scene and was subsequently involved in a solo traffic collision a few miles away. The male was detained pending further investigation,” the statement added.
“The investigation is ongoing, and no further details are available at this time.”
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The Department of War Studies at King’s College London expressed deep sorrow at the passing of Mr. Lowe, a visiting professor known for his impactful work.
In a statement published by the department, they said: “It is with deep sadness that we received the news of Professor Paul Lowe’s passing.
“Paul was a Visiting Professor in the Department of War Studies, a Professor of Photojournalism at the University of the Arts London, and an award-winning photojournalist with VII Academy.
“A friend, colleague, and collaborator whose work highlighted the Siege of Sarajevo and its aftermath, we had the privilege of working with him on various projects related to art and reconciliation.
“His energy, warmth, creativity, initiative, and enthusiasm were truly inspiring, and he will be greatly missed.
“Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family during this challenging time.”
