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Derek Cornell

Case from Goldfield, NV dated Jan 18, 2024

Victim Details

Derek Cornell

Male

White / Caucasian

Goldfield

NV

2024-01-18

48

Derek

Cornell

06/23/2026

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Derek Jason Cornell, born on February 26, 1975, in Nevada, was a dedicated tow truck driver and volunteer firefighter in Goldfield, Nevada. He was the owner and operator of Wolf Pack Towing, serving his community with commitment and care. Tragically, on January 18, 2024, at the age of 48, Derek was fatally shot while responding to a service call on U.S. 95, approximately five miles south of Goldfield. Another tow truck driver present at the scene sustained minor injuries from broken glass and re ...
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  • https://www.fox5vegas.com: Tow truck driver and volunteer firefighter shot, killed in Goldfield
  • KLAS: Police search for armed suspect following deadly shooting south of Goldfield
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