Family Disputes Police’s ‘Murder-Suicide’ Theory in Tragic Deaths of Twin Brothers Found at Mountain Summit

The family of twin brothers Qaadir Malik Lewis and Naazir Rahim Lewis, both 19, has rejected the police’s theory that one brother killed the other before taking his own life. The twins were found fatally shot on March 8, 2025, at Bell Mountain in Hiawassee, Georgia, about 90 miles from their home in Lawrenceville. The Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI) stated that preliminary findings suggest a murder-suicide.

Qaadir and Naazir Lewis were discovered by hikers at the summit of Bell Mountain after they failed to board a flight to Boston scheduled for March 7. Their bodies were located in an area unfamiliar to them; according to family members, they had no history of conflict or hiking experience in that region. The twins’ plane tickets remained in their wallets when they were found.

The GBI confirmed that autopsies have been completed but are pending further forensic testing before releasing a medical examiner’s ruling. Family members expressed disbelief over the murder-suicide conclusion proposed by authorities. They emphasized the close bond between the twins and questioned how they ended up on a mountain known for its hiking trails without prior knowledge of it.

• Date Found: March 8, 2025
• Location: Bell Mountain, Hiawassee, Georgia
• Distance from Home: Approximately 90 miles
• Flight Destination: Boston

Aunt Samira Brawner articulated her family’s desire for clarity regarding what transpired leading up to the tragic event. Another aunt noted that both boys had aspirations for their future and came from a loving family environment. A GoFundMe page set up for funeral expenses has raised over $22,500 as of Monday morning.

The case surrounding Qaadir and Naazir Lewis remains under investigation as their family continues to seek answers about their untimely deaths amidst conflicting narratives from law enforcement.