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Aurora McCarter

Case from Cincinnati, OH dated Aug 14, 2020

Victim Details

Aurora McCarter

Female

Black / African American

Cincinnati

OH

2020-08-14

17

Aurora

McCarter

07/04/2026

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Aurora McCarter, a 17-year-old girl from Cincinnati, OH, tragically lost her life on August 14, 2020. She was fatally shot in East Price Hill during what was supposed to be a routine gun sale. Aurora was known for her bright and kind nature, often described as a "ray of sunshine" by those who knew her. She was a junior at Purcell Marian High School and had been part of the Cincinnati Police Department's Summer Cadet Program, where she gained admiration for her dedication and positive attitude.
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  • WKRC: Remembering Aurora: Community mourns after local school loses another student to violence
  • WLWT: Have questions about the DNC and RNC? We’ve got answers
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