GA - Twin brothers miss flight to Boston, found dead 24 hours later in Georgia mountains, 14 Mar 2025

[sunspun]

If it really were murder suicide (doubtful, IMO), the murderer would have had to manufacture some pretext to get the victim to go with him up to where they were found, and what story could he possibly come up with that his brother would believe? Especially when they were supposed to be on their way to the airport and they'd already missed one flight the day before! I imagine it would have been a tough job to get the other to agree to drive in the opposite direction so that they could... what, go watch the sunrise? I can't think of any plausible reasons he could have made up that the brother would believe and agree to.

Unless maybe he didn't even try to come up with a story and literally forced him at gunpoint. But from what I've heard about these two, I don't see that happening. Maybe one was just extremely distraught, and the other one realized the trip wasn't going to happen with him in that state, and they just drove around trying to calm him down until they ended up in the place they were found. But instead of calming down, things got worse instead.

It doesn't make any sense really.

 

[Seattle1]

In following the GBI's initial murder/suicide ruling, I wonder if the Boston trip was a point of contention between the two brothers, with only Nazzir scheduled to make the trip? Although each were individuals, by many accounts, the brothers were inseparable and spent a lot of time together. We've not heard much about the trip; ie. how long it had been planned or how long Nazzir planned to visit. The timing of the trip may be coincidental, but (imo) I think it holds some keys. Was Friday's missed flight simply oversleeping, or was there some debate or conversation between the brothers about Nazzir taking the trip.

I'm reading both were college students and had jobs, and were trying to help out with their two younger siblings-- all while their father was ill. I could see some tension if one felt he was being left behind to carry about the family burden alone. And if one twin was the aggressor, the choice of location also makes sense -- hoping to disguise, confuse, and/or throw off any focus on himself. IMO, this was likely a pact by two men feeling burdened and hopeless. JMO

 

[ttjo]

If it really were murder suicide (doubtful, IMO), the murderer would have had to manufacture some pretext to get the victim to go with him up to where they were found, and what story could he possibly come up with that his brother would believe? Especially when they were supposed to be on their way to the airport and they'd already missed one flight the day before! I imagine it would have been a tough job to get the other to agree to drive in the opposite direction so that they could... what, go watch the sunrise? I can't think of any plausible reasons he could have made up that the brother would believe and agree to.

Unless maybe he didn't even try to come up with a story and literally forced him at gunpoint. But from what I've heard about these two, I don't see that happening. Maybe one was just extremely distraught, and the other one realized the trip wasn't going to happen with him in that state, and they just drove around trying to calm him down until they ended up in the place they were found. But instead of calming down, things got worse instead.

It doesn't make any sense really.

I wonder if he means the bags were at the door Saturday night ready for the morning flight, or if they were still there the morning of the flight?
Their car was found in the parking lot, can you park in the lot anytime? or do you have to wait for it to open to access parking?

 

[Knox]

^^rsbm

Respectfully, this was the quoted opinion of Tiger Harris (uncle) speaking for himself.

To be clear, there's no evidence of a lynching per the autopsy that is pending toxicology. The preliminary ruling by GBI is the teens died of a murder-suicide by gunshot wounds to the head.

The basis of the uncle's opinion was that the bodies were found in KKK territory.

Twin brothers miss their flight to Boston, found dead 24 hours later in Georgia mountains

Qaadir and Nazir Lewis' bodies were found on Bell Mountain. Their family disputes GBI's initial murder-suicide ruling, insisting the twins wouldn’t hurt each other.

www.11alive.com

In addition to that, there is no evidence to date suggesting this is a racially motivated crime or that a crime has even been committed.

We’re all waiting for the truth of what happened to Qaadir and Naazir to be revealed. The GBI ruling will need to be backed up by facts gained through the investigation. I know the family is hurting and the wait is painful for them. I hope the GBI case agent is checking in with them periodically. Has that been mentioned by anyone?

 

[mickey2942]

I think that there is a lot of information missing. Were they dating or hanging out with any young women?

 

[borndem]

Why would the young men to go to an area that, if I am not mistaken, was somewhere they did not know -- for what reason? One of them had plans to take a trip by air to see friends or relatives the next day. Such a mystery which turned into their deaths.
Were they forced to go to the area -- by someone with a weapon?
And yes, it is possible that one or both was/were suicidal. SMH. If so, why? The "why" part is often unknown to only the one(s) who engage in it. SMH. Such a sad, sad situation.
Prayers for their family.

 

[Knox]

In following the GBI's initial murder/suicide ruling, I wonder if the Boston trip was a point of contention between the two brothers, with only Nazzir scheduled to make the trip? Although each were individuals, by many accounts, the brothers were inseparable and spent a lot of time together. We've not heard much about the trip; ie. how long it had been planned or how long Nazzir planned to visit. The timing of the trip may be coincidental, but (imo) I think it holds some keys. Was Friday's missed flight simply oversleeping, or was there some debate or conversation between the brothers about Nazzir taking the trip.

This is my question as well. I had assumed both were flying to Boston, not just Naazir. So that’s new information.

The Uncle quoted in the story, knew all the details about the missed Friday flight, that it was rebooked for Saturday morning, that his bags were sitting by the front door Friday night waiting to be put back in the car. But not who was taking Naazir to the airport Saturday morning. Knowing only one of them were taking the trip to Boston, changes things for me.

So when he missed his Friday morning flight, did he even go to the airport? No one in the family mentions the reason for Naazir’s trip. I find that odd because it’s contextual to the flight discussion.

Thank you to the OP who found and posted this story.

 

[Charlot123]

In the 2023 prom photo published by Final Call, they further cite: Naazir, on left and Qaadir, on right, take a photo with their father, Tyrese Lewis

Thank you!

 

[Knox]

I think that there is a lot of information missing. Were they dating or hanging out with any young women?

Not one family member interviewed mentioned this. In fact very little personal details were mentioned, even by the cousin, who I assume is in fairly close age with Quaadir and Naazir. The details were only what related directly back to the family. Not their individual personal lives.

I wish someone would interview bio Mom. She seemed to have primary custody up until 2021 or 2022.

 

[Charlot123]

This is my question as well. I had assumed both were flying to Boston, not just Naazir. So that’s new information.

The Uncle quoted in the story, knew all the details about the missed Friday flight, that it was rebooked for Saturday morning, that his bags were sitting by the front door Friday night waiting to be put back in the car. But not who was taking Naazir to the airport Saturday morning. Knowing only one of them were taking the trip to Boston, changes things for me.

So when he missed his Friday morning flight, did he even go to the airport? No one in the family mentions the reason for Naazir’s trip. I find that odd because it’s contextual to the flight discussion.

Thank you to the OP who found and posted this story.

JMO: However strong the bond, twins do part. They were slowly choosing own interests, different colleges, maybe even different friends, branching out. But a trip to Boston was too much of a separation and one of them could not take it.

It is quite possible that after a conversation on Thursday, Friday flight was not missed but cancelled. But the next day, the plan was changed again (or maybe someone bought another ticket for him?) and he decided to go.

The other didn’t want to be left alone and behind.

The mountain itself might be less important and maybe the long drive was to accumulate enough courage.

ETA: the answer to the question, why didn’t they reach out for help, they were so much loved? - is obvious; they were used to share everything with one another, and resolve problems between themselves. They thought they would, this time, as well.

Horribly sorry, in a couple of years they’d mature enough and become less reliant on one another.

I don’t think they were lynched. I also feel that no one would have had the power to notice their problems because they relied on one another so much.

 

[Knox]

^^rsbm

Respectfully, this was the quoted opinion of Tiger Harris (uncle) speaking for himself.

To be clear, there's no evidence of a lynching per the autopsy that is pending toxicology. The preliminary ruling by GBI is the teens died of a murder-suicide by gunshot wounds to the head.

The basis of the uncle's opinion was that the bodies were found in KKK territory.

Twin brothers miss their flight to Boston, found dead 24 hours later in Georgia mountains

Qaadir and Nazir Lewis' bodies were found on Bell Mountain. Their family disputes GBI's initial murder-suicide ruling, insisting the twins wouldn’t hurt each other.

www.11alive.com

I agree on the basis for the Uncles opinion. But I don’t think what he stated about lynching was a literal statement. He later says there are many different types of lynching or something to that effect. Describing it as a public event.

I think he was referring to the location and way their bodies were found. The family has consistently stated neither of them had ever been to Bell Mountain. I also think the horrific sharing of the death scene photo also plays into his opinions. Willing to admit I’m off base if anyone has other views on his statements.

 

[mickey2942]

JMO: However strong the bond, twins do part. They were slowly choosing own interests, different colleges, maybe even different friends, branching out. But a trip to Boston was too much of a separation and one of them could not take it.

It is quite possible that after a conversation on Thursday, Friday flight was not missed but cancelled. But the next day, the plan was changed again (or maybe someone bought another ticket for him?) and he decided to go.

The other didn’t want to be left alone and behind.

The mountain itself might be less important and maybe the long drive was to accumulate enough courage.

ETA: the answer to the question, why didn’t they reach out for help, they were so much loved? - is obvious; they were used to share everything with one another, and resolve problems between themselves. They thought they would, this time, as well.

Horribly sorry, in a couple of years they’d mature enough and become less reliant on one another.

I don’t think they were lynched. I also feel that no one would have had the power to notice their problems because they relied on one another so much.

That is why, knowing if they were dating, becomes more important. Was one twin becoming more independent?

I also would like to know if they had any ties to organizations in their religion or outside of the United States.

 

[ttjo]

This is my question as well. I had assumed both were flying to Boston, not just Naazir. So that’s new information.

The Uncle quoted in the story, knew all the details about the missed Friday flight, that it was rebooked for Saturday morning, that his bags were sitting by the front door Friday night waiting to be put back in the car. But not who was taking Naazir to the airport Saturday morning. Knowing only one of them were taking the trip to Boston, changes things for me.

So when he missed his Friday morning flight, did he even go to the airport? No one in the family mentions the reason for Naazir’s trip. I find that odd because it’s contextual to the flight discussion.

Thank you to the OP who found and posted this story.

Boys last seen at home when step mom went to bed,
One of them has a 7 am flight
They share a vehicle, according to the article
One or both boys drove 90 miles ( 2 hours one way) to Belle Mountain, opposite direction of the closest airport, which I think would be Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
left luggage at home.
Were they planning on returning in time for the flight?
Belle Mountain's hours, according to their website, is 8 am to 10 pm,( accurate?)
When did they get into the parking lot where their car was found? and they were found at the top? How long does it take to get up there?


Is it possible one left and called his brother to come and get him? Maybe in some trouble? distress?

 

[Charlot123]

That is why, knowing if they were dating, becomes more important. Was one twin becoming more independent?

I also would like to know if they had any ties to organizations in their religion or outside of the United States.

Usually, one twin would be more social, the "speaker" for both, maybe slightly eclipsing the other one. It probably worked well in a dyad, but one might have needed more time to become internally independent. (My cousins are twins, I have many observations).

About the religion, father was African Muslim, and sister's husband, a Christian. He called the twins "very open-minded people" who were not into Christianity themselves at that time but would accompany him to church. From this, I really doubt that they were strongly attached to any religion. JMO.

Now, the twins wanted to travel to Kenya and got passports. Two things, these trips are expensive, and they were trying to earn money. One wonders if anyone helped Quaadir and Naazir. .

I would agree with the ones who say that the story of their biological mom would be very important to listen to.

 

[Wallendo]

I wonder if Naazir’s planned trip was actually something he wanted to do. He missed his flight twice. I think this information is key to understanding what happened.

In some ways, this case reminds me of the recent case where a women “missed her flight” and went to Mexico instead.

There are also similarities to Jelani Day, who was found dead in a place he had no known reason to visit.

 

[ttjo]

I wonder if Naazir’s planned trip was actually something he wanted to do. He missed his flight twice. I think this information is key to understanding what happened.

In some ways, this case reminds me of the recent case where a women “missed her flight” and went to Mexico instead.

There are also similarities to Jelani Day, who was found dead in a place he had no known reason to visit.

I thought of Jelani Day and a sundown town. I don't know anything about sundown towns, just shocked they even exist today.
I hope they can find traffic surveillance showing their car driving to the mountain and whether they were together.

 

[Seattle1]

I wonder if he means the bags were at the door Saturday night ready for the morning flight, or if they were still there the morning of the flight?
Their car was found in the parking lot, can you park in the lot anytime? or do you have to wait for it to open to access parking?

The step-mom has provided that their phones and personal property were located inside the parked vehicle along with the luggage. She did not provide the contents of the bags/luggage. Again, this is by the custodial parent who has not been speaking directly to MSM.

To my knowledge, we have no official report on where exactly the vehicle was located at the Mountain Park when recovered.

The hours of Bell Mountain County Park are stated as 8 to 8pm during the winter, and 8 to 11pm during the summer. Bell Mountain is an 18 acre County park with picnic areas, ball fields, restrooms, and free parking areas in addition to the paved road by the County to the Hal Herrin Scenic Overlook and erected a 2nd platform rising to 3424 foot of elevation offering 360 degree views of the surrounding lake and mountains.

https://exploregeorgia.org/sites/default/files/listing_documents/3afdd4726770b89a1e96ed71c14a7e24_BellMountainCountyPark.pdf

The twins' family said until their bodies were found, they never head Bell Mountain.
They said the twins' phones, wallet and plane ticket were found inside their car. They said the twins' stepmom mentioned bags were found in the car but didn't elaborate on what was inside the bags.

Family outraged after firefighter arrested, accused of sharing Bell Mountain crime scene photo of twin brothers found dead

The GBI arrested Towns County Volunteer firefighter Scott Kerlin for allegedly sharing a crime scene photo of twin brothers Qaadir and Naazir Lewis.

www.11alive.com

 

[ttjo]

The step-mom has provided that their phones and personal property were located inside the parked vehicle along with the luggage. She did not provide the contents of the bags/luggage. Again, this is by the custodial parent who has not been speaking directly to MSM.

To my knowledge, we have no official report on where exactly the vehicle was located at the Mountain Park when recovered.

The hours of Bell Mountain County Park are stated as 8 to 8pm during the winter, and 8 to 11pm during the summer. Bell Mountain is an 18 acre County park with picnic areas, ball fields, restrooms, and free parking areas in addition to the paved road by the County to the Hal Herrin Scenic Overlook and erected a 2nd platform rising to 3424 foot of elevation offering 360 degree views of the surrounding lake and mountains.

https://exploregeorgia.org/sites/default/files/listing_documents/3afdd4726770b89a1e96ed71c14a7e24_BellMountainCountyPark.pdf

Thanks for that info, some of the articles get confusing, between the twins, who was traveling, who wasn't, who had tickets in their wallet, whose luggage was at the door and when, (Now we know it was only one). So curious about what took them that way, the night(?) before a 7 am flight.

 

[Miss Poovy]

Won’t be a popular post, but does anyone have concrete information that Bell Mountain is currently a “sundown” town? This is a term is an antiquated term from the early 20s and was especially popular during 50s, and possibly the through the early 70s, when “sundown” towns actually existed. It generally meant POC needed to leave the town before sundown to be safe. Not a term I would banish around without proof.

I went many, and I mean many of places at that age, my parents were not aware of (nor would approve of). I also did many things I didn’t share with my parents & I was thought as pretty “goody-goody”.

State park gates are usually bar gates that have a diagonal bar across the center & swing open and are locked on one side. It keeps cars out, but usually people can walk around one side to enter. Yes, times are posted but that doesn’t stop people from entering. Do you want to be caught by a park ranger, forest ranger or game warden? The answer to that question would be no.

It’s not unheard of for first responders, not necessarily of good character, to take photos of shocking crime scenes. If you remember Kobe Bryant, a first responder did so.

And finally, I don’t know if the parents or relatives of private citizens have to make public the findings of the cause of death and/or acknowledge to anyone if it was a suicide.

Just my thoughts & opinions.

 

[ttjo]

Won’t be a popular post, but does anyone have concrete information that Bell Mountain is currently a “sundown” town? This is a term is an antiquated term from the early 20s and was especially popular during 50s, and possibly the through the early 70s, when “sundown” towns actually existed. It generally meant POC needed to leave the town before sundown to be safe. Not a term I would banish around without proof.

Only what I have read in here. I don't know if it was said that Belle mountain was a sundown town or if it was near a sundown town,?? Im not clear. Its only something to consider if its even true? I think this may come from an interview where there was speculation/ their opinion that it could be a " lynching" I don't think anyone in here was suggesting it.

I went many, and I mean many of places at that age, my parents were not aware of (nor would approve of). I also did many things I didn’t share with my parents & I was thought as pretty “goody-goody”.

State park gates are usually bar gates that have a diagonal bar across the center & swing open and are locked on one side. It keeps cars out, but usually people can walk around one side to enter. Yes, times are posted but that doesn’t stop people from entering. Do you want to be caught by a park ranger, forest ranger or game warden? The answer to that question would be no.

My curiosity was about their vehicle being found in the lot, its approx a 2 hr drive according to google maps. last seen at bedtime ( what time was that?) and If they had to enter through a gate during the hours the gate was open,
it might help with a timeline.

It’s not unheard of for first responders, not necessarily of good character, to take photos of shocking crime scenes. If you remember Kobe Bryant, a first responder did so.

And finally, I don’t know if the parents or relatives of private citizens have to make public the findings of the cause of death and/or acknowledge to anyone if it was a suicide.

Just my thoughts & opinions.