On May 13, 2023, at approximately 10:04 a.m., Greensboro Police Department officers responded to a report of an aggravated assault on Forestglade Drive in Greensboro, North Carolina. Upon arrival, they discovered 33-year-old Kristin Renee Coe Valdez suffering from life-threatening injuries. Emergency Medical Services pronounced her dead at the scene.
The investigation led to the arrest of her brother, 27-year-old James Damien McQueen, who was charged with second-degree murder in connection with her death. According to 911 calls, McQueen claimed he acted in self-defense, alleging that Valdez approached him with a knife and threw a dish at him during an argument, causing him to fear for his life.
Kristin Valdez was born on August 26, 1989. A visitation and funeral service were held on May 21, 2023, at Woodard Broadnax Funeral Service in Greensboro, where family and friends gathered to honor her memory.
This tragic incident has deeply affected the Greensboro community, highlighting the devastating impact of familial violence. The case remains under investigation as legal proceedings continue, with authorities urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
