Jaydin Lewis Remembered as Northridge Family Warns Public Over Unauthorized Vigil and Fundraiser

The family of Jaydin Lewis is asking the public to respect their wishes following his reported death after a fatal shooting in Northridge, California.
Alongside their grief, relatives have publicly raised concerns about a planned vigil and an online fundraising campaign connected to Jaydin's death.
In a statement released on October 4, the Lewis family said they do not support or endorse a vigil reportedly being organized by The Artist Lounge at the location where Jaydin was fatally shot.
The family said the gathering was not authorized by his relatives and asked members of the public not to attend it believing it to be an official family-approved memorial.
The warning comes as Jaydin's relatives continue to mourn his reported death and deal with the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The family also addressed a GoFundMe campaign associated with Jaydin's death.
According to the family's statement, relatives did not authorize or endorse the fundraiser. They urged members of the public to exercise caution before contributing money to any campaign presented as being connected to the family.
The family's warning highlights the importance of verifying fundraising campaigns following unexpected deaths. Online appeals can spread quickly, and not every campaign created in a person's name has been approved by their relatives.
Jaydin Lewis is being remembered by his family and friends as a loved member of their community.
Public information about his personal background remains limited. His relatives have focused their public statement on protecting his memory and ensuring memorial activities or fundraising efforts carried out in his name reflect their wishes.
Details surrounding the shooting remain subject to the ongoing investigation. Information concerning the circumstances, motive or individuals involved should be confirmed through official authorities before being reported as fact.
For Jaydin's family, the immediate priority remains grieving his loss and asking the public to respect their privacy.
The family has also indicated that official information regarding any authorized memorial, funeral or other arrangements should come directly from relatives or their designated representatives.
As the investigation continues, the Lewis family is urging the public to avoid relying on unauthorized events, fundraising campaigns or unverified claims connected to Jaydin's death.