Alexandra Wynter, Chico State student killed in murder-suicide at hands of Anthony Lopez. California authorities state tragedy was the result of domestic violence episode.
A 28 year old student at California’s Chico State was killed in a murder-suicide incident, believed to be the result of domestic violence.
Alexandra Wynter a biological sciences major at the University of California, Chico, was identified as the victim of a murder-suicide that occurred on Thursday, December 3.
Chico Police were dispatched to the 1200 block of Warner Street around 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Upon arrival, officers found a man and a woman deceased inside the home.
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On Friday, the Chico Police Investigations Bureau identified the two as 28-year-old Alexandra Wynter and 33-year-old Anthony Lopez. According to Chico Police, they were both residents of the home. Lopez is believed to have killed Wynter then him self.
Chico State University President Steve Perez in a press release on Friday confirmed that Wynter was the victim.
‘It’s with deep sadness I share the news that biological sciences major Alexandra Wynter was killed recently in an incident in Chico that police believe is connected to domestic violence. Our deepest condolences and sympathies go out to her friends and family members. The loss of one of our own is a tragedy, and we share in their sorrow,’ the school official said in a letter to the campus community.
Wynter originally enrolled in Chico State in fall 2016 and was set to graduate this spring. She had returned to the University while working at Enloe Health. Friends and loved ones paid tributes to her online, describing her as a kind and wonderful person.
Alexandra Wynter University of California, Chico student remembered
‘In 2020, Alex and I were co-coordinators of a pandemic response mutual aid effort. Alex was intelligent, well-organized, and had warmth and kindness that made her an ideal street outreach worker and balance to my more rugged style of organizing. We worked with dozens of volunteers and built trusting relationships to connect services to hundreds of unhoused people,’ local councilmember Addison Winslow said in an online tribute.
Chico State Professor Nicole Kilian, who taught Alexandra this semester, highlighted her integrity and dedication.
‘She was a brilliant and driven student. When I saw her in class and looked in her direction, I always saw an interested and friendly face,’ Kilian said.
‘In fact, on the first exam of the semester she scored over 100 percent, but discovered that Dr. Dubie and I had mistakenly given her three extra points. She came back and let us know because she thought it was the right thing to do. She had such incredible integrity.’
Anthony Lopez Chico California man remembered
The tragedy led to one social media user, Stephanee Stone posting: ‘Tears are streaming down my face, not due to sadness or anger, but utter disgust at human behavior. Rest in peace, Anthony Lopez; your daughter will never forget you. You have left an indelible mark on the lives of those who knew you. Although we have lost touch over time, I remain aware of your kind and compassionate nature. Your unwavering determination and refusal to disappoint others serve as a testament to your character.’
Posted Alex Treul, ‘Love you bro Anthony Lopez. Always had my back with shit and some hardcore laughs. So many memories swirling right now. This sucks.’
Chico State is offering support through the WellCat Counseling Center‘s 24/7 crisis line at 855-530-6802. Employees can access support through the Employee Assistance Program at 1-800-357-7474.
