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Kamarjay KJ Shaw

Case from Lawrence, KS dated Mar 18, 2023

Victim Details

Kamarjay KJ Shaw

Male

Black / African American

Lawrence

KS

2023-03-18

14

Kamarjay

KJ Shaw

Yes

06/22/2026

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On a Saturday evening in Lawrence, Kansas, the life of 14-year-old Kamarjay "KJ" Shaw, a Black/African American male, was tragically cut short on March 18, 2023. A student at Lawrence High School, he was known for his love of football, basketball, and making people laugh. His family remembers him as a joyful and humble young man with a big heart, who once saved his cousin's life by performing CPR.

The events that led to his death began with an ongoing feud between Kamarjay and another tee ...
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  • KSNT 27 News: Lawrence teenager charged with murder in shooting death of 14-year-old
  • KMBC: Lawrence police locate 17-year-old suspected of shooting and killing another teen
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