Cornelius McGee

Murdered
Case Description
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On May 22, 2023, 15-year-old Cornelius "CJ" McGee Jr. was fatally shot in Clarksdale, Mississippi. The incident occurred near the 1200 block of West Second Street around 4:30 p.m., following a reported residential burglary. McGee was discovered deceased at the scene.

Reports indicate that McGee had been visiting the residence of former Clarksdale Police Officer Andrew Bankhead. Conflicting accounts have emerged regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting. McGee's mother, Jacque ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Cornelius McGee

    Male

    Black / African American

    Clarksdale

    MS

    2023-05-22

    15

    Cornelius

    McGee

    litigation

    12/19/2024

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    10/21/2023
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