Augstas Brandon Cornelius, an 18-year-old African American male from Durham, North Carolina, tragically lost his life on December 9, 2016. The incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. on Old Oxford Road in Durham County. According to the Durham County Sheriff's Office, the fatal shooting was the result of a longstanding feud.
David Terrell McKoy, a 19-year-old male, was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of Augstas Brandon Cornelius.
McKoy, who resided at 718 Glade Aster Drive in Durham, was taken into custody shortly after the incident. The authorities believe that the feud between the two individuals led to the fatal confrontation.
The case against David Terrell McKoy proceeded through the legal system, with a grand jury in Durham County returning an indictment on January 17, 2017, charging McKoy with the murder of Augstas Brandon Cornelius. The legal proceedings and investigations surrounding this case have been closely monitored by the community, as they seek justice for the young victim.
