Crime & Safety
Man Sentenced To Life In Prison In 2020 Murder Of Joshua Lopez
He was also found guilty of reckless endangerment of a child.
WORCESTER, MA — A Worcester man was sentenced to life in prison for the 2020 murder of Joshua Lopez.
Leroy L. Thompson, Jr., 30, was found guilty of second-degree murder and reckless endangerment of a child. He was accused of shooting Lopez, 24, on July 5, 2020.
At the time of the shooting, Lopez was sitting in the backseat of a car near Almond Avenue, and a child was also in the car.
Find out what's happening in Worcesterfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
“I hope today’s sentencing brings some measure of justice to the family and loved ones of Mr. Lopez,” said Worcester District Attorney Joseph D. Early.
Related: Worcester Man Accused Of Shooting Friend In The Head In Court: Report
Find out what's happening in Worcesterfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
