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Joshua Woodrow McCoy

Case from San-tan-valley, AZ dated Sep 26, 2021

Victim Details

Name

Joshua Woodrow McCoy

Gender

Male

City

San-tan-valley

State

AZ

Date Of Death

2021-09-26

Age At Death

15

First Name

Joshua

Last Name

Woodrow McCoy

Last Updated

07/07/2026

Case Description

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On a Sunday in San Tan Valley, Arizona, the life of 15-year-old Joshua Woodrow McCoy was tragically cut short. The young man, a promising junior varsity basketball player, was at his home on September 26, 2021, when the doorbell rang. When he went to answer the door, he was met by gunfire. The person who had rung the bell shot Joshua and then fled the scene.

Joshua was a beloved son, the youngest of four boys, known for his kind-hearted and generous nature. He was a student at Poston Butt ...

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Links to Additional Sources (4)

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FOX 10 Phoenix: 15-year-old boy found dead inside San Tan Valley home

The Arizona Republic: 15-year-old found dead in San Tan Valley home after gunshots reported

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Forum Posts (3)

I've been following the heartbreaking news about Joshua McCoy, and something that really stands out ... ...Read More
12/20/2023

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10/17/2023

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04/13/2023

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