Roger Mayes

Murdered

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Case Description
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On May 18, 2017, Roger Mayes, aged 47, was found dead in a field in South Memphis, Tennessee. His body was discovered on Dison Avenue near E. Person Avenue, with clear signs of robbery. Mayes had been shot to death and was found without his wallet, phone, or shoes, leading investigators to believe he had been a victim of a targeted crime rather than a random act of violence.

Family members, particularly his sister Sheryl Lott, have expressed deep sorrow and confusion about the circumsta ...Read More
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  • Memphis police ID 7 recent homicide victims - The Commercial Appeal

    • Victim Details

    Roger Mayes

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Memphis

    TN

    2017-05-18

    47

    Roger

    Mayes

    10/22/2024


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    Forum Posts (3)
    Does anyone have any theories about the murder of Roger? I've been following the case closely and am... ...Read More
    05/27/2024
    Does anyone know who Roger Mayes was? I came across his name recently and am curious about his backg... ...Read More
    03/20/2024
    It is with great sadness that we must come together as a community to address the tragic murder of R... ...Read More
    12/03/2023