South Bend Community Holds Vigil for Shooting Victims
Residents gathered to honor the three individuals killed in a September shooting on Bissell Street.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Violence
Community members held a vigil for Geimisha Broadnax, Jo'von Hopper, and Alaya Maez following their deaths in a September shooting on Bissell Street. The triple homicide remains under active investigation by local authorities.
Why it matters
The gathering highlights the ongoing search for justice as families and police continue to seek public assistance to identify suspects. Investigators are actively pursuing leads while the case remains unsolved.
South Bend Police have made no arrests in the case and have not yet identified any suspects. Detectives continue to conduct interviews and work extended hours to process the investigation.
The players
Geimisha Broadnax
She is one of the three victims of the fatal shooting on Bissell Street.
Jo'von Hopper
He is one of the three victims of the fatal shooting on Bissell Street.
Alaya Maez
She is one of the three victims of the fatal shooting on Bissell Street.
South Bend Police
This local agency is the primary authority investigating the triple homicide.
Michiana Crime Stoppers
This organization facilitates the submission of anonymous tips to law enforcement.
The details
Family members and law enforcement are calling for anonymous tips through Michiana Crime Stoppers to help resolve the case. Officials are prioritizing the investigation into the shooting that claimed the lives of the three victims.
Timeline
The shooting occurred on Bissell Street in September 2026.
A community vigil for the victims took place on October 16, 2026.
Legal Context
This investigation reflects standard procedural efforts by local law enforcement to maintain public safety following violent crimes. It follows a pattern set by the 2024 citywide homicide clearance rate benchmarks for addressing unsolved incidents.
Residents are encouraged to report any information regarding the incident to help resolve the investigation. Anyone with tips can contact authorities anonymously by calling 574-288-STOP.
The takeaway
Community vigils serve as a moment of collective mourning while highlighting the ongoing need for public cooperation in criminal investigations. Residents can support justice efforts by providing any relevant information to local authorities.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to address Violence in the South Bend area.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WSBT.
