MEMPHIS, TN – A young man’s promising future was shattered this past weekend when a shooting claimed his life outside a Memphis restaurant and lounge. Cornelius Otis Jr., a recent graduate of Kirby High School, was eagerly preparing to leave the city for trade school. However, his aspirations were tragically cut short on Saturday night when gunshots erupted at Cache 42 on Hacks Cross Road.
Otis’s family, speaking out for the first time since the incident, shared their heartbreak and the plans their son had for the future. Otis, affectionately known as DJ, had just celebrated his graduation and was excitedly counting down the days to his departure, scheduled for the very next day.
The shooting occurred just after 7 p.m., sending shockwaves through the community. Three teenagers, including Otis, were shot in the parking lot of the venue. The scene was littered with 56 bullet casings, a grim testament to the violence that unfolded.
The loss of Otis has left a profound void for his family, who are struggling to come to terms with the reality that their beloved DJ will never return home. They hold onto cherished memories, finding solace in the love they shared with him.
Determined to honor Otis’s memory, his family is reaching out to the community for assistance. They are seeking financial support via a GoFundMe campaign and urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact CrimeStoppers.
Otis’s death highlights the urgent need for community action to combat violence and bring justice to victims. His story serves as a poignant reminder of the young lives affected by senseless acts of violence.