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Case Description
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Na’Ja Shelby Sanders, a 17-year-old from Orangeburg, South Carolina, tragically lost his life on May 10, 2020. Na’Ja was found lying on the edge of Whitman Street near Plywood Street in Orangeburg with a gunshot wound to the back of his head. This devastating incident led to an immediate investigation by local authorities.
The investigation quickly identified Kari Kayshon Ryant, a 19-year-old from Orangeburg, as a suspect. Ryant was seen with Sanders shortly before the murder, and vid ...Read More
The investigation quickly identified Kari Kayshon Ryant, a 19-year-old from Orangeburg, as a suspect. Ryant was seen with Sanders shortly before the murder, and vid ...Read More
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Na’Ja Shelby Sanders
Male
Black / African American
Orangeburg
SC
2020-05-10
17
Na’Ja
Shelby Sanders
11/26/2025
Forum Posts (3)
I’ve been following Na’Ja's case closely, and one thing that's really lingered with me is how hi... ...Read More
09/16/2024
09/16/2024
I can't stop thinking about how quickly the jury delivered their verdict in the case. It seems almos... ...Read More
11/08/2023
11/08/2023
I find myself thinking about the strong community support Na'Ja's family had throughout this ordeal.... ...Read More
10/28/2023
10/28/2023
