Amari Peterson, 17—A Beloved Life Lost to Senseless Stockton Shooting

It is with a heavy heart and overwhelming sorrow that the Stockton, California, community confirms the passing of Amari Peterson. Amari, a vibrant young woman of just 17 years old, was tragically a victim of the Stockton shooting, an act of senseless gun violence that occurred recently. Her promising young life was unjustly stolen on November 26, 2025, leaving a family, friends, and the entire school community reeling from the shock and the pain.

A Call to Arms: The CV Hornets Family Steps Up

Amari was a cherished member of the “CV Hornets family,” a testament to her connection with her school or community sports team. Now, that same family is being asked to rally around her in her final moment of need. The financial burden of this sudden, tragic loss is immense, and the community is urgently calling for help: “We need our CV Hornets family to step up and help put Amari to rest.” This tragedy demands a collective response, and every donation—“Please even if it’s only $1 everything helps”—is a loving gesture toward ensuring Amari receives the dignified farewell she deserves.

The Unjust Pain: Mourning a Future Stolen

The loss of Amari Peterson is a profound blow, reminding us all of the devastating cost of gun violence. At 17, Amari should have been focused on graduation, college, and the dreams of adulthood. Instead, her life is reduced to a heartbreaking memory, a victim of a brutal act. Her death is a fierce, painful protest against the violence that plagues our communities. The community stands united in grief, mourning the vibrant, beautiful future that was so cruelly snatched away.