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Shane McCain

Case from Louisville, KY dated May 16, 2016

Victim Details

Shane McCain

Male

White / Caucasian

Louisville

KY

2016-05-16

43

Shane

McCain

06/20/2026

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In the spring of 2016, a dispute over rent tragically escalated, leading to the death of Shane Michael McCain, a 43-year-old male from Louisville, Kentucky. On May 16, 2016, McCain, who owned several rental properties, went to an address in the 2300 block of Griffiths Avenue to collect rent money from his tenant. An altercation occurred, during which McCain was shot multiple times. He was transported to University Hospital, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.

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  • Landlord killed, allegedly over rent money, identified
  • Police: Man was shot over rent money
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    Has anyone else been struck by the impact this case has had on landlord-tenant dynamics? Shane McCai... ...Read More
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