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In the summer of 2019, the life of 16-year-old Joaquin Aj McKinney was tragically cut short in a drive-by shooting in Topeka, Kansas. A student at Topeka High, McKinney was known for his passion for creating music and was a member of the Three Affiliated Tribes, Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation. His death on July 25, 2019, prompted a swift investigation by local law enforcement, leading to the identification and eventual charging of several teenagers in connection with the fatal shooting.
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Joaquin Aj McKinney
Male
Topeka
KS
2019-07-25
16
Joaquin
Aj McKinney
11/07/2025
Forum Posts (3)
It's so sad to see another young life lost in our community. I've been following the case closely an... ...Read More
10/09/2024
10/09/2024
I’ve been thinking a lot about the community impact of AJ McKinney’s death. It’s devastating t... ...Read More
08/15/2023
08/15/2023
Hi everyone,
I've been following the case of Joaquin Aj McKinney, the young teenager from Topeka ... ...Read More
05/30/2023
I've been following the case of Joaquin Aj McKinney, the young teenager from Topeka ... ...Read More
05/30/2023
