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Cortez D Jones

Case from Memphis, TN dated Jan 13, 2019

Victim Details

Cortez D Jones

Male

Black / African American

Memphis

TN

2019-01-13

38

Cortez

D Jones

06/29/2026

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In the Hickory Hill neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, the life of 38-year-old Cortez D. Jones was tragically cut short on January 13, 2019. In a brazen act of violence, his home was riddled with nearly 100 bullets. Despite being wounded in the assault, Jones's immediate concern was for the safety of his family members who were also in the house: his sister, his mother, his 2-year-old nephew, and his 15-year-old niece. His niece also sustained injuries during the relentless attack.

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  • WHBQ: Man killed, 15-year-old girl injured after Memphis home sprayed by nearly 100 bullets
  • WREG.com: Manhunt Monday: Who killed Cortez Jones?
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    I've been following Cortez D. Jones's case, and something that's really been on my mind is the sheer... ...Read More
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    I was thinking about the courageous actions of Cortez during such a terrifying event. I can't even i... ...Read More
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