Justice for Seb

Justice for Seb We want justice for Sebastian. He was taken from us too soon, and we won't stop until we seek justice. He was 26 years old. Https://www.Gofundme.com/avilansworld

This page raises awareness about any way we can to help out my brother Sebastian. Our community is strong, willing, and we won't ever give up. Sebastian Eduardo Avilan-Medina
March 28, 1992-March 11, 2019

On Monday, March 11, 2019, the life of Sebastian Eduardo Avilan-Medina was taken from his family and friends. The first born son of Byron Avilan and Consuelo Medina Avilan, Sebastian was born on

March 28th, 1992 in Middletown, NY. He graduated from Pine Bush High School and continued his studies at Lincoln Technical Institute, where he graduated in the top four of his class. Sebastian was a free spirit and a hard worker who chose to start his own auto business in Middletown: Avilan Auto Sales. He was dedicated and focused, and held the highest ethics. He was proud of his Colombian heritage and enjoyed traveling to Colombia ever since he was a child. He loved empanadas, which were always a part of his birthday celebration. He had a great sense of humor and was always smiling. He loved his bulldogs, Chubzz and Lola, who, like his family, will be lost without him. In addition to his parents, Sebastian's spirit will be carried by his son, Eliel Sebastian Avilan-Rodriguez, his brother, Daniel F. Avilan-Medina of London, England and his extended family. Our family is asking if you could help us by donating to any of the three causes on our GoFundMe page. Please follow the link below or in the bio for more information. Thank you for all your love and support in advance.

06/11/2026

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Today, the jury did not reach a unanimous decision in the case - leading to a mistrialThe case will be rescheduled with ...
04/28/2026

Today, the jury did not reach a unanimous decision in the case - leading to a mistrial

The case will be rescheduled with a new jury and new trial at a later date. We will update you as soon as we learn more information about dates and times

We want to thank you all for showing up both in and outside the courtroom 🙏❤️

The jury is still deliberating and will reconvene on Monday the 27th at 9:15amWe are hoping that the jury comes to the r...
04/24/2026

The jury is still deliberating and will reconvene on Monday the 27th at 9:15am

We are hoping that the jury comes to the right decision, and we as a community can feel safe, and Seb can rest in peace.

Thank you everyone who came to the courtroom with Sebastian's parents and brother. We will continue to fight for Seb together ❤️ 🙏

04/22/2026

Jury deliberations began Tuesday in the trial of one of the men accused of killing Sebastian Avilan.

04/17/2026

A Hudson Valley family is hoping for justice seven years after their son was murdered in his home.

04/16/2026

“He loved to use his humor with us with anything, to escape situations," his mom, Consuelo, said laughing. "He just enjoyed life.”

Sebastian was a hard worker; he tried several different jobs in different fields until he found what he loved. Fixing cars became his passion and he eventually opened his own auto repair shop.

“I am proud that I helped him put in the car lift, anchor the lift on the floor and things like that," his dad, Byron, said. "I got to know a well-organized boy.”

But the family was forever changed on March 11, 2019, when Sebastian was killed in a targeted attack inside his Middletown home. It's still hard for the Avilans to talk about the moment they heard it from police.

“I don't know if I was angry at that moment," Byron said. "I don't know what went through me, but I remember having something in my hands and throwing it so hard. I couldn't believe that.”

The Avilans say the outpour of support from the community that followed was unbelievable. The line to pay respects at his wake went out the door. But Byron and Consuelo say it was their son Daniel, Sebastian’s younger brother, who took the lead for their family as police searched for his killers.

“I'm very fortunate enough to have been raised by parents that studied psychology and understand people and that really resonated with my brother and I," Daniel said. "I know for a fact my brother would do the same if he were my shoes.”

Daniel established the “Justice for Seb” page weeks after his brother's death.

“My goal is always just to keep his memory alive and for him to know that, we're here and we're safe and we're always going to be having him in our hearts," he said.

In 2024, police arrested three men and charged them with the murder of Sebastian. Dijion Constantine has already pleaded guilty while Sheldon Paul is currently on trial.

The Avilan family says they just want to know that no other family will have to go through what they did.

“It’s not a justice just for him, it’s for those around him," Byron said. "For the place that he lived.”

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/hudson-valley/news/2026/04/16/sebastian-avilan-cold-case-murder

04/16/2026

Trial will continue at the Orange County Courthouse in Goshen tomorrow and Friday:

Thursday (4/16) 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM

Friday (4/17) 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM

Location

Orange County Government Center
285 Main Street Goshen, NY 10924
Third Floor

Hearings will resume at the Orange County Courthouse in Goshen at the following times:Monday (4/13)9:30 AMTuesday (4/14)...
04/11/2026

Hearings will resume at the Orange County Courthouse in Goshen at the following times:

Monday (4/13)
9:30 AM

Tuesday (4/14)
9:30 AM and 2:00 PM

Wednesday (4/15)
2:00 PM

Thursday (4/16)
9:30 AM and 2:00 PM

Friday (4/17)
9:30 AM and 2:00 PM

Location
Orange County Government Center
285 Main Street
Goshen, NY 10924
Third Floor

Thank you to everyone who has been able to join us, and for all of your love and support.

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Middletown, NY
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