Father’s Revenge or Tragic Mistake | San Jose News

San Jose News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 25, 2026 · 1m

A grieving father accused of murder returns to the Bay Area with a hidden gun, allegedly seeking revenge for his daughter’s death—only to confront the man he blames, sparking a deadly struggle. Prosecutors paint a chilling picture of premeditated vengeance, citing security footage and chilling words like “He killed my daughter, he’s gonna pay.” But defense attorneys argue Lopez was trying to protect himself, claiming he lowered the weapon after seeing the victim was unarmed—and that the “kidnapping kit” in his car was staged by police to twist his story. The case hinges on motive, truth, and…