MEMPHIS, TN — An 18-year-old has been killed and two others injured following a shooting Saturday night in the parking lot of Cache 42, a popular venue located in the 4200 block of Hackberry Road.
The victim has been identified as Cornelius Otis Jr., whose tragic death has left his family, friends, and community grieving.
According to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO), deputies responded to the scene just after 10 p.m. on June 7 after reports of gunfire. When they arrived, officers discovered multiple shell casings scattered throughout the parking lot, indicating a chaotic and violent confrontation.
Authorities learned that three victims — two men, ages 19 and 16, and Cornelius, 18 — had been transported by private vehicles to local hospitals. The 19- and 16-year-old victims were taken to Germantown Methodist Hospital with non-critical injuries.
Cornelius was rushed to Regional One Health in critical condition, but despite medical efforts, he was later pronounced dead. His passing has prompted an active homicide investigation by the SCSO.
No suspects have been named at this time, and investigators are working to determine the events that led to the shooting. Authorities have not confirmed whether the incident was targeted or random, and they are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The devastating news of Cornelius Otis Jr.’s death has sent shockwaves through his community. Friends and family describe the 18-year-old as a bright, kind-hearted young man with a promising future ahead of him. Social media has since been filled with emotional tributes, photos, and heartfelt messages in his memory.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office has not released any further details as of this writing. The investigation remains ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Anyone with information related to the shooting is urged to contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH or the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office.
This is a developing story.
