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

[minazoe]

it just seems like there's stuff that isn't being said..today my mindset is a catfish situation with luring and specific instructions which resulted in their execution. I would like to know how they arrived at this M/S pronouncement. It would be the very last thing I would look for..even if there is a gun, it doesn't mean one of the twins fired that gun. So we don't hear about a gun of gun residue. We don't understand why a flight was missed, when they left the house, what was on the phones, who they would visit... it's just sketchy and I think M/S is a huge stretch. mOO

 

[Soulmagent]

it just seems like there's stuff that isn't being said..today my mindset is a catfish situation with luring and specific instructions which resulted in their execution. I would like to know how they arrived at this M/S pronouncement. It would be the very last thing I would look for..even if there is a gun, it doesn't mean one of the twins fired that gun. So we don't hear about a gun of gun residue. We don't understand why a flight was missed, when they left the house, what was on the phones, who they would visit... it's just sketchy and I think M/S is a huge stretch. mOO

I have always got the feeling death was not their choice . No reason really just feel that way.

 

[Knox]

This is literally the only record I can find for Kerlin. Did they drop the charge?

 

[Teche]

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This is literally the only record I can find for Kerlin. Did they drop the charge?

Is this the guy who took pictures of the bodies and shared them?

 

[Knox]

Is this the guy who took pictures of the bodies and shared them?

Yes.

 

[Soulmagent]

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Yes.

Interesting about this photo , and if they charged the guy ,the picture becomes a court record and it makes it a FOIA thing . In that perspective probably better not to have it run that course .
I had wondered why they would have taken that route of charging for the pic , because the family is contesting the ruling , regardless of the truth , the charge added another level to the case.
Dont know if they did drop the charge but more people could gain access to it that way .
Its an interesting thing to think about kinda.

 

[fsngruv]

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Interesting about this photo , and if they charged the guy ,the picture becomes a court record and it makes it a FOIA thing . In that perspective probably better not to have it run that course .
I had wondered why they would have taken that route of charging for the pic , because the family is contesting the ruling , regardless of the truth , the charge added another level to the case.
Dont know if they did drop the charge but more people could gain access to it that way .
Its an interesting thing to think about kinda.

In regards to the freedom of information act, there are exemptions, about nine, and I believe that image would fall under the exemption of violation of privacy.

 

[trickle]

In regards to the freedom of information act, there are exemptions about nine, and I believe that image would fall under the exemption of violation of privacy.

Yup, there’s an exemption for records related to an ongoing LE investigation.

Georgia’s version of this rule says “records of law enforcement . . . in any pending investigation or prosecution of criminal or unlawful activity, other than initial police arrest reports and initial incident reports” don’t need to be disclosed. OCGA § 50-18-72(a)(4).

 

[Soulmagent]

Yup, there’s an exemption for records related to an ongoing LE investigation.

Georgia’s version of this rule says “records of law enforcement . . . in any pending investigation or prosecution of criminal or unlawful activity, other than initial police arrest reports and initial incident reports” don’t need to be disclosed. OCGA § 50-18-72(a)(4).

I think it is more nuanced than that.
If they called it a suicide there is no investigation.
If they use the photo in a case as evidence at the end of that case , should it not have played all legal proceedings out ?
If the guy was arrested over the picture ,it would be the main piece of evidence in his case which still ends up with a concluded case. I see no valid argument to deny that request ,but IANAL.
The only way the picture can be released with a FOIA is if it makes it to the fire guys trial ,he could plea then they wouldn't need the evidence (photo) Still interesting to think of all the ways it could play out.
If it turns in a murder case ,that play out different as well.

 

[Knox]

I think it is more nuanced than that.
If they called it a suicide there is no investigation.
If they use the photo in a case as evidence at the end of that case , should it not have played all legal proceedings out ?
If the guy was arrested over the picture ,it would be the main piece of evidence in his case which still ends up with a concluded case. I see no valid argument to deny that request ,but IANAL.
The only way the picture can be released with a FOIA is if it makes it to the fire guys trial ,he could plea then they wouldn't need the evidence (photo) Still interesting to think of all the ways it could play out.
If it turns in a murder case ,that play out different as well.

Preliminarily, the GBI stated it was a M/S. As it stands now, it is an open investigation. If the final ruling comes back as the above. The evidence photos can be permanently sealed and not released.

Kerlin was charged with a misdemeanor. I would think he would plead guilty, pay a fine, and crawl back under his rock of shame. The record in that case could also be sealed. I think this is correct, others with more knowledge, can chime in if I’m wrong please.

 

[MnkeyBznes]

Newly-surfaced surveillance video is adding to the growing mystery surrounding the deaths of 19-year-old twin brothers from Lawrenceville

Family says surveillance video deepens mystery in deaths of Lawrenceville twins found shot on Bell Mountain

Surveillance footage showing Qaadir and Naazir Lewis hours before their deaths adds mystery to the case, as family rejects the murder-suicide theory.

www.11alive.com

 

[Soulmagent]

Preliminarily, the GBI stated it was a M/S. As it stands now, it is an open investigation. If the final ruling comes back as the above. The evidence photos can be permanently sealed and not released.

Kerlin was charged with a misdemeanor. I would think he would plead guilty, pay a fine, and crawl back under his rock of shame. The record in that case could also be sealed. I think this is correct, others with more knowledge, can chime in if I’m wrong please.

Knox ,
It really is complex isnt it?
We arent lawyers though ,I do hope one pops in.

 

[fsngruv]

Knox ,
It really is complex isnt it?
We arent lawyers though ,I do hope one pops in.

FOIA.gov - Freedom of Information Act: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

www.foia.gov

I'm also interested in anyone with more information, but I will say this information is available on the FOIA website, I'm not sure a lawyer would be necessary to interpret the exclusions, but I am not a lawyer. See then in FAQ it's the 5th one from the bottom. I was a paralegal for a few years and would never represent myself as an attorney. In my experience, and I'm sure the general public, a couple good lawyers could argue anything, so I agree, it's really complex and maybe more complex than I could understand. I could see a family member arguing for a release for them, or there being an argument against releasing graphic images, or even redacting sensitive information involving crimes like sa. Usually there is a whole process for the lawyers to even view some images or documents because they are sealed or otherwise restricted. Even so, I'm not sure the images could provide much information to the general public? Seems intrusive for no good reason, but I am sure their family will have access if they request, as they should.

 

[Soulmagent]

FOIA.gov - Freedom of Information Act: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

www.foia.gov

I'm also interested in anyone with more information, but I will say this information is available on the FOIA website, I'm not sure a lawyer would be necessary to interpret the exclusions, but I am not a lawyer. See then in FAQ it's the 5th one from the bottom. I was a paralegal for a few years and would never represent myself as an attorney. In my experience, and I'm sure the general public, a couple good lawyers could argue anything, so I agree, it's really complex and maybe more complex than I could understand. I could see a family member arguing for a release for them, or there being an argument against releasing graphic images, or even redacting sensitive information involving crimes like sa. Usually there is a whole process for the lawyers to even view some images or documents because they are sealed or otherwise restricted. Even so, I'm not sure the images could provide much information to the general public? Seems intrusive for no good reason, but I am sure their family will have access if they request, as they should.

I seriously doubt it ever even comes up in this case. I just thought it an interesting topic due to the fire guy and his charges or not charges...
But why did he take the picture?

 

[Soulmagent]

Preliminarily, the GBI stated it was a M/S. As it stands now, it is an open investigation. If the final ruling comes back as the above. The evidence photos can be permanently sealed and not released.

Kerlin was charged with a misdemeanor. I would think he would plead guilty, pay a fine, and crawl back under his rock of shame. The record in that case could also be sealed. I think this is correct, others with more knowledge, can chime in if I’m wrong please.

See I think Kerlin's case would be the way the FOIA would be able to be granted. No reason at all to seal his case. And the right to privacy does not extend after your death. IDK.. but it beats thinking about other crap ATM.

 

[iusedtofloat]

Newly-surfaced surveillance video is adding to the growing mystery surrounding the deaths of 19-year-old twin brothers from Lawrenceville

Family says surveillance video deepens mystery in deaths of Lawrenceville twins found shot on Bell Mountain

Surveillance footage showing Qaadir and Naazir Lewis hours before their deaths adds mystery to the case, as family rejects the murder-suicide theory.

www.11alive.com

its paywalled so i asked chat gpt to summarize any updates.
The article from 11Alive discusses the tragic deaths of 19-year-old twin brothers, Qaadir Malik Lewis and Naazir Rahim Lewis, whose bodies were discovered on March 8, 2025, atop Bell Mountain in Towns County, Georgia. Both had sustained gunshot wounds. Authorities initially suggested the incident was a murder-suicide, but the family strongly disputes this conclusion.New York Post+9People.com+9ajc+9People.com+1Georgia Bureau of Investigation+1People.com+4FOX 5 Atlanta+4ajc+4


The twins, residents of Lawrenceville, Georgia, were scheduled to fly to Boston on March 7 to visit friends. Their plane tickets were found in their wallets at the scene. Family members emphasize that the brothers had no known connection to Bell Mountain and question how they ended up there. They describe the twins as inseparable and incapable of harming each other, urging authorities to conduct a more thorough investigation.People.com+3FOX 5 Atlanta+3New York Post+3People.com+3New York Post+3People.com+3Home+3People.com+3ajc+3WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta+1https://www.fox10tv.com+1


Adding to the controversy, Scott Kerlin, a 42-year-old volunteer firefighter from Towns County, was arrested and charged with misdemeanor obstruction after allegedly taking and publicly sharing photos of the death scene, violating department protocol. He has since been dismissed from his position.ajc+5New York Post+5People.com+5


The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has completed autopsies but awaits additional forensic tests before releasing official results. The case remains open, with the family seeking answers and justice for the twins.

The article's headline mentions surveillance video, but the page is currently inaccessible due to a server error. However, based on other coverage:


The family of Qaadir and Naazir Lewis reportedly obtained surveillance footage that they believe challenges the official narrative of a murder-suicide. According to the family, the video shows the twins at a gas station on March 7, 2025—appearing calm and behaving normally. This is significant because authorities had stated the deaths occurred later that same day on Bell Mountain.


The family argues that the footage supports their claim that the twins did not plan to die that day and that they may have encountered foul play. They are urging a deeper investigation and have expressed frustration over what they view as premature conclusions by law enforcement.

 

[STLBlues]

its paywalled so i asked chat gpt to summarize any updates.

RSBM - Weird, it's not paywalled for me. Here's a portion about the surveillance video:

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation recently showed the twins’ mother video from a Shell gas station in Gwinnett County, where Qaadir and Naazir Lewis were seen alive just hours before they were discovered dead on Bell Mountain in Hiawassee.

In the video, the family said the teens are seen around 10:30 p.m. on March 7.

The twins' aunts, Sabriya and Samira Brawner -- who are also twins -- said none of it adds up.
“This gas station here, around 10:30 p.m., the twins are seen drinking water, eating snacks. And dressed how they would normally dress,” one of the twins’ aunts, Samira Brawner said.

“They pretty much walked inside the gas station and walked out, and you know that's all—that's all she saw.”

She added that the station is about 9 minutes away from their home.

 

[Quill]

I agree with the aunts. Nothing makes sense. Not one thing.

 

[Soulmagent]

I agree with the aunts. Nothing makes sense. Not one thing.

The airport in Alanta has or had a program where they house homeless people over night. I had the incrediable experience of speaking with a guy there that told me all about it as he bummed smokes and chatted with me. Very interesting to consider the young kids and the LOVE program .

 

[GMS]

Newly-surfaced surveillance video is adding to the growing mystery surrounding the deaths of 19-year-old twin brothers from Lawrenceville

Family says surveillance video deepens mystery in deaths of Lawrenceville twins found shot on Bell Mountain

Surveillance footage showing Qaadir and Naazir Lewis hours before their deaths adds mystery to the case, as family rejects the murder-suicide theory.

www.11alive.com

One other note this article reveals, which hadn't been previously reported, were details around the original missed flight on Friday. (extracted and bbm)

"That Friday started with plans for Qaadir and Naazir to fly to Boston. According to the family, the GBI told them the twins ordered an Uber to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport."

"They're supposed to have caught a flight. Early in the morning like 7 a.m. Friday,” Brawner explained. “But the Uber driver got them there late, so they missed their flight.”