Mount Vernon, Baltimore – The tech community and residents of Baltimore are grappling with the tragic loss of Pava Marie LaPere, a 26-year-old visionary tech CEO and social impact entrepreneur. LaPere, co-founder and CEO of EcoMap Technologies, was found brutally murdered in her luxury apartment in Mount Vernon, Baltimore.
LaPere, a Forbes 30 Under 30 awardee in the social impact category for 2023, had achieved remarkable success, leading EcoMap Technologies to a $7 million valuation by the age of 22. However, her promising journey was abruptly cut short when police discovered her lifeless body displaying signs of blunt force trauma, prompting a homicide investigation.
We invite you to a vigil in remembrance of our beloved CEO, Pava La Pere, tomorrow evening at 6:30 PM. The ceremony will be held at the south steps of the Washington Monument in Mount Vernon. Join us to celebrate Pava's life. pic.twitter.com/bDMtlzI9BY
— EcoMap Technologies | The Ecosystem Company (@EcoMapTech) September 26, 2023
The Baltimore community has united to honor LaPere’s memory, remembering her as a shining star who worked tirelessly to improve the city. Tributes have poured in, highlighting the impact she made on both the tech industry and the lives of those around her.
Amidst the mourning, the focus shifts to the ongoing investigation, which has identified 32-year-old Jason Dean Billingsley as a suspect in LaPere’s murder. Billingsley has a history of criminal offenses dating back to 2009, and a citywide manhunt is underway to bring him to justice.
Questions arise about the circumstances of Billingsley’s release from prison in 2022, reigniting concerns about public safety. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott emphasized the need for accountability, stating that Billingsley should not have been on the streets.
As the investigation unfolds, the hope is for justice to be served, allowing LaPere’s legacy to endure through the continued work of EcoMap Technologies and the inspiration she left in her wake.
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