Malden and Mattapan Communities Mourn the Heartbreaking Loss of 18-Year-Old G’Kiyah Lewis Following Tragic Mattapan Shooting
MATTAPAN, Mass. — The communities of Malden and Mattapan are in deep mourning after the tragic loss of 18-year-old G’Kiyah Lewis, a bright and beloved young woman whose life was cut short following a triple shooting that took place on the night of Saturday, October 11, 2025, on Hiawatha Road in Mattapan.
According to Boston Police, officers responded to reports of gunfire just before midnight. Upon arrival, they discovered three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. All three victims were transported to local hospitals, where tragically, G’Kiyah Lewis succumbed to her injuries. The two other victims, whose names have not been released, are reported to be recovering as the investigation continues.
The news of G’Kiyah’s passing has sent shockwaves through both Malden and Mattapan, where family, friends, and classmates are struggling to comprehend the senseless act of violence that took such a promising life. Described by loved ones as vibrant, caring, and full of dreams, G’Kiyah had her whole future ahead of her — a future now heartbreakingly stolen.
“She was the kind of person who lit up every room she walked into,” said one of her close friends. “She had the biggest smile, the kindest heart, and she wanted to make a difference in the world. None of this feels real.”
G’Kiyah was known for her love of family, her ambition, and her gentle spirit. A recent graduate, she had aspirations of continuing her education and building a career that would allow her to give back to her community. Those who knew her say she was deeply loved, protective of her younger siblings, and always willing to lend a hand or a kind word to anyone in need.
In the wake of her passing, a growing memorial has formed near the scene of the shooting on Hiawatha Road, where friends and neighbors have been leaving flowers, candles, and heartfelt notes in her memory. Vigils are being organized to honor her life and to call for an end to the ongoing gun violence that continues to devastate families and communities across Boston.
“This is another young life taken far too soon,” said one community member. “We’re tired of losing our children. We need peace, and we need change — for G’Kiyah and for every family that’s had to live through this pain.”
Boston Police have confirmed that the Homicide Unit is actively investigating the shooting and are urging anyone with information to come forward. No arrests have been made as of yet, and authorities continue to seek justice for G’Kiyah and her loved ones.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains united in grief and remembrance. Friends have flooded social media with tributes celebrating G’Kiyah’s life — her laughter, her love for music and fashion, and the light she brought to those around her.
“She deserved so much more,” one post read. “G’Kiyah, your memory will live on in our hearts forever.”
G’Kiyah Lewis’s tragic passing is not only a painful loss for her family but for an entire community that cherished her spirit and saw in her the hope of a brighter future. Her name now joins far too many others lost to violence — a solemn reminder of the urgent need for healing, unity, and change.
Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced soon, as loved ones prepare to celebrate and honor the short but beautiful life of a young woman gone far too soon. 💔