Cordarus Maurice Leake, a 28-year-old man from Albemarle, NC, tragically died on September 2, 2015, after being fatally shot while driving down Inger Street. The incident occurred when Leake's vehicle crashed into the front door of the Holiday Inn Express on Leonard Avenue. Upon arrival, police discovered that Leake had been shot and was unresponsive due to the gunshot wound.
Following an investigation, authorities arrested 16-year-old Jimmy Jaquavis Parker for the crime.
Parker was charged with first-degree murder and held without bond. He was later transported to Stanly County Jail, where he awaited his court appearance. The case drew significant attention due to the young age of both the victim and the suspect, as well as the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The investigation revealed that Parker was responsible for the shooting, leading to his arrest and subsequent charges. The case highlighted the tragic consequences of gun violence and the impact it has on families and communities. The legal proceedings against Parker continued as the community sought justice for Cordarus Maurice Leake's untimely death.
