The tragic killing of 15-year-old Lesandro “Junior” Guzman-Feliz has sparked an outpouring of love from people all over the world, including the New York Police Department which announced plans to establish a scholarship fund in his honor. Junior was tragically killed with a machete at a local bodega because he was mistaken for a gang member. It's graduation season, but imagine if the murder of your brother unexpectedly shatters your happy time. Junior's sister, Genesis, experienced just that, unfortunately. According to NBC New York, Genesis missed her high school graduation ceremony to attend Junior's funeral. La La Anthony came to the rescue, however, to ensure Genesis was still able to celebrate her accomplishment. La La and her husband, Carmelo Anthony, visited the family's home in the Bronx shortly after Junior's death. And Genesis was in for a fun and special time! The Power star posted a series of pics and video of their fun night out on Instagram Sunday, July 1. "Let’s go show her MAJOR love and support for graduating high school and being so strong during this time #justiceforjunior #postivevibesonly," Anthony captioned the photo in part. Look at that smile. Priceless. Shoutout to La La for bringing a moment of joy to Genesis! Now, check these out: Officials Demand Closure Of Bodega Where Workers Failed To Aid 15-Year-Old Lesandro Guzman-Feliz After He Was Stabbed After Brutal Killing Of 15-Year-Old In The Bronx, Gang Apologizes For Targeting Wrong Person<doc-sep>Former Knick Carmelo Anthony paid his respects Monday to the family of 15-year-old Lesandro Guzman-Feliz, who was dragged out of a Bronx deli Wednesday and butchered by gangbangers in a grisly killing that has captured the city’s attention. Brooklyn native Melo and his wife, LaLa, were seen walking into the victim’s home with a jersey and white, high-top sneakers as a gift. “This is the only thing they’re doing today, and they wanted to keep it on the down low,” a driver said. They spent about 15 minutes with Guzman-Feliz’s mother, Leandra Feliz, before departing in a black Chevy Suburban. As the pair were leaving, Guzman-Feliz’s sister came running up the block, having missed the star’s visit. Melo’s car stopped and LaLa emerged to hug the sister and invite her into the car. Together they drove to the memorial that has sprung up outside the deli where Guzman-Feliz was killed. Meanwhile, Mayor Bill de Blasio revealed Monday he has finally spoken with the grieving mom. “I spoke to his mom yesterday evening,” he said. “It was heartbreaking. Really admirable woman who talked about all she did to bring him up the right way.” De Blasio, who is planning to visit the mom personally, suggested creating a memorial for the slain boy — a member of the NYPD Law Enforcement Explorers program. “I said to her that we want to find a way to honor him in a lasting way, related to our Explorers program,” de Blasio said. Additional reporting by Yoav Gonen<doc-sep>EMBED >More News Videos A memorial grows outside the Bronx bodega where 15-year-old Lesandro Guzman-Feliz was brutally murdered. In memory of Junior... Lesandro Guzman showed reporters the tattoo he got yesterday. An image of his son that he will carry forever and ever. #JUSTICEFORJUNIOR pic.twitter.com/LQT3A4Xukm — Joe Torres (@joetorresABC7) June 25, 2018 TREMONT, Bronx (WABC) -- Family, friends and mourners gathered Wednesday as funeral services were held for an innocent 15-year-old boy brutally murdered in the Bronx.Lesandro Guzman-Feliz's death has touched many people, and with the #JusticeForJunior hashtag trending in his remembrance, those affected by the senseless display of violence showed up by the thousands at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in the Belmont section to bid a final farewell to the teen affectionately known as Junior. "A cloud of sadness covers our hearts," the priest said during the service. "Not only Lesandro's family, but our hearts, our community, New York, the whole humanity. Because whenever someone dies tragically, there is a wound in this humanity and God's project is damaged. "Pallbearers dressed in Yankees jerseys carried the body in and out of church, and as the casket was loaded into the hearse at the conclusion of the funeral, the crowd outside the church chanted "Justice for Junior! ""This is disgusting what happened, and we are standing up as a community and saying we need to be the light," Fr. Jonathan Morris said. "We need to be the light in the darkness of this evil gang life and violence. ""This should not have happened," said one of the mourners, Patty Marsibilio. "He was a good kid. This shouldn't happen to anyone. "Guzman-Feliz was dragged out of a bodega on East 183rd Street and Bathgate Avenue in the Tremont section and slashed in the neck with a machete around 11:40 p.m. last Wednesday, allegedly by a group of gang members who had mistaken him for a rival. He attempted to run to St. Barnabas Hospital, located just a block away, but collapsed on the sidewalk.The funeral comes on the same day seven of the eight suspects who have been arrested appeared in court . Six of them are being extradited from Paterson, New Jersey, while the other two were arrested in the Bronx.Thousands also attended wakes held Monday and Tuesday at the Ortiz Funeral Home, with four-hour lines stretching around the block. Mayor Bill de Blasio was among those in attendance Tuesday, one of many who wanted to pay respects to the victim's family. "I think it's amazing," Leandro's sister-in-law Ione Gutierrez said. "I think it's justice for Junior. "Gutierrez remembers Junior as being devoted to his family and an outgoing, social young man in the NYPD's Explorer program. "I have not known him to have a bad day," NYPD Auxiliary Officer John Grace said. "He was always happy. So if everybody could remember him, it's by his smile. That's the one thing that would cheer you up every day. "Police Commissioner James O'Neill also made it a point to pay his respects to the family. Many others, with some moved to tears, felt it was important to show support for the family. "That's what really has us here because of my two daughters," parent Jose Andino said. "I got young kids his age, and to get them snatched up like that is crazy. "Many were not surprised by the huge turnout. "Not really, that shows unity," area resident Terri Ramos said. "Something that we have not seen in a long time. "Junior's father now has a permanent memorial on his left hand after he got a tattoo of his son this weekend. He says it is something he will carry with him forever.Celebrities around the country are also demanding Justice for Junior:A growing memorial of candles and photos outside the bodega has grown so large that officials closed off surrounding streets. "They broke my heart," Leandra Feliz said. "They killed my son, and they killed me at the same time ... I feel death right now. That's the only thing that can bring me back to life, real life. I want my son with me." ----------<doc-sep>
She lost her little brother in a heartbreaking mistaken-identity murder. But Genesis Collado-Feliz, 17, has gained something of a big sister following the savage slaying of Lesandro “Junior” Guzman-Feliz: glamorous TV star La La Anthony. The actress and wife of the NBA’s Carmelo Anthony made a second visit Saturday to the murder-scene-turned-vigil outside a Bronx bodega to comfort the victim’s grieving sibling. La La hugged Genesis and commiserated over Junior’s tragic death on June 20, when the 15-year-old was dragged from the Cruz and Chiky store and allegedly attacked by machete-wielding Trinitarios gang members. La La and the heartsick Collado-Feliz chatted and embraced, then walked arm-in-arm amid well-wishers and an array of candles, balloons and teddy bears left in tribute. At one point, La La removed her sunglasses, her eyes brimming with tears. As with a prior visit with the victim’s family on June 25 — La La’s 39th birthday — Saturday’s visit was no publicity stunt. “I can’t do any interviews,” La La said solemnly. All a somber Carmelo would say when asked for his thoughts was, “It’s hard. It’s hard right now.” La La posted on Instagram: “I wanted to offer our love and support to Lesandro “Junior’s” family. “His sister … reached out and told me he loved Melo,” she wrote. “So I asked Mel to go with me . . . Seeing his family smile when we walked in the door is something I will never forget.” The Anthonys also have made donations to the family’s GoFundMe. The innocent victim — who had joined the NYPD Explorers program and aspired to be a cop — attracted national attention after the NYPD distributed video of the attack. Eight men have been charged in the crime and are in custody. Additional reporting by Laura Italiano