In the late summer of 2020, the life of a Jackson, Mississippi teenager was tragically cut short. Kenji Te'Juanyae Lewis, a 17-year-old male, was killed by gun violence on Sunday, September 20, 2020. Lewis was a student at Callaway High School, where he would have graduated with the class of 2021.
The shooting that claimed Lewis's life occurred on Officer Thomas Catchings Sr. Drive in Jackson.
Following the incident, he was transported to a local hospital where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
Remembered for his big, beautiful smile, Kenji was described as being full of love and happiness, with the ability to brighten anyone's day. His death left a void in the lives of his family and friends. He was survived by his parents, Kenji and Tamika Lewis, as well as his siblings and a large extended family.
Publicly available information regarding the circumstances of the shooting is limited. At this time, details about any potential suspects or arrests in the ongoing investigation into Kenji Lewis's death have not been released. The case remains a painful and unresolved tragedy for his loved ones and the community.
