Memorial Sign Stolen for Two Brothers

A memorial sign honoring brothers Alex and Deven Borgen, killed in a drive-by shooting last November, has vanished just days after being installed — a heartbreaking blow to a community seeking to remember and prevent future violence. Funded by nonprofit Orion Watch and placed at the exact crime scene, the sign was the first of its kind in Lacey, costing just $500 and entirely separate from city funds. The teens, 16 and 17, were shot while walking down College Street, with 27 shell casings found — evidence of a high-powered attack from a passing car. Police are urgently seeking witnesses or footage to identify those behind the theft, which occurred between Tuesday afternoon and early Wednesday morning. Meanwhile, the alleged shooter, Trequanne Wilson-Mason, reportedly confessed to targeting someone else, while Jaden Johns faces charges as the alleged getaway driver — both set for trial next year. The nonprofit’s founder warned that forgetting these tragedies invites repetition, as the community mourns the loss of a powerful symbol meant to honor the boys and deter future violence. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ab5a710335c14919