James Lawhorne

Murdered
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James Lawhorne, aged 53, was shot and killed on July 20, 2015, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was one of several victims during a particularly violent weekend that saw multiple shootings across three parishes, resulting in five fatalities. James Lawhorne was found dead from gunshot wounds, and the Orleans Parish Coroner's Office later identified him. His death occurred in a series of violent incidents that weekend, including homicides in both Orleans and Jefferson parishes.

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Victim Details

James Lawhorne

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

New Orleans

LA

2015-07-20

53

James

Lawhorne

10/22/2024


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