Corey Kenneth Miller, a 48-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on September 16, 2019, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred just after midnight on Rachel Street, where officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call. Upon arrival, they found Corey in the driveway of a home with multiple gunshot wounds.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department launched an investigation into the murder, but no suspect information was released immediately. Detectives searched the area for potential witnesses and collected physical evidence from the crime scene. Representatives from various departments, including the District Attorney’s Homicide Prosecution Team, Medic, CFD, Victim Services, RTCC, and Operations Command, responded to the scene to assist with the investigation.
Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the case remained unsolved for some time. The community was urged to come forward with any information that could help identify the perpetrator. The CMPD encouraged anyone with information about the shooting to contact them or the anonymous Crime Stoppers line.
Corey Kenneth Miller's death left a significant impact on his family and the community. His funeral services were held at the United House of Prayer for All People-Mother House in Charlotte, where friends and family gathered to mourn his loss and celebrate his life. The investigation into his murder continued, with law enforcement determined to bring justice to Corey and his loved ones.
