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Maxwell Emerson

Death by Force
Case Description
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Maxwell Emerson, a 25-year-old male, was visiting Washington, D.C., from his home in Crestwood, Kentucky, for a professional development seminar for educators. A social studies teacher and assistant wrestling coach at Oldham County High school, he was in the city to attend a conference at the Library of Congress. On the morning of July 5, 2023, his path crossed with 22-year-old Jaime Macedo outside the Brookland-CUA Metro Station.

The encounter, which began around 7:30 a.m., quickly turne ...Read More
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  • FOX 5 DC: Arrest made in fatal shooting of Kentucky teacher on Catholic University campus
  • NBC4 Washington: Suspect arrested in killing of Kentucky teacher at Catholic University, police say
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    Victim Details

    Maxwell Emerson

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Washington

    DC

    2023-07-05

    25

    Maxwell

    Emerson

    Yes

    11/15/2025

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    Has anyone else been following the updates on Maxwell Emerson's case? It's just so unsettling to thi... ...Read More
    07/06/2024
    Can we talk about the brave actions of Maxwell Emerson in his final moments? It breaks my heart to t... ...Read More
    06/29/2024
    It’s truly tragic what happened to Maxwell Emerson. As more details come to light, it’s been men... ...Read More
    01/16/2024
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