Authorities in California have arrested the 19-year-old son of renowned British photojournalist Paul Lowe, accusing him of murdering his father on October 12 in the San Gabriel Mountains. Lowe, who covered numerous war zones, including the Siege of Sarajevo, was found on a hiking trail with fatal stab wounds to his neck, according to the Los Angeles County coroner’s report.
His son, Emir Lowe, is facing murder charges and will appear in court in West Covina.
“The Homicide Bureau has presented the case to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for review,” said the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. “The DA has filed one count of murder against Emir Lowe for the killing of his father, Christian Paul Lowe. No additional information is available at this time.”
Details of the Tragedy
According to police, the incident occurred around 3:28 p.m. on Mount Baldy Road, near Stoddard Canyon Falls. Responding to reports of an attack with a deadly weapon, officers found a “white adult male with an upper torso injury.” San Bernardino Fire Department personnel declared the victim dead at the scene.
Authorities noted that a man matching the suspect’s description was seen leaving the crime scene and was later involved in a solo car crash a few miles away. He was arrested pending further investigation.
A Legacy Remembered
Paul Lowe was a visiting professor at King’s College London, specializing in war studies. The university expressed its sorrow following his death.
“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 the VII Academy. A friend, colleague, and collaborator whose work brought attention to the Siege of Sarajevo and its legacy, we were honored to work with him on numerous projects related to art and reconciliation. His boundless energy, warmth, creativity, and enthusiasm were truly inspiring. He will be deeply missed. Our deepest condolences go out to his family during this difficult time.”
