September 3rd 2024.
In a tragic turn of events, former Minden Mayor Joe Cornelius and his beloved daughter Keisha Miles were discovered on Sunday morning, their lives taken by a fatal shooting. The entire community was stunned by the news, especially when it was revealed that a 10-year-old boy had allegedly confessed to pulling the trigger.
According to authorities in Minden, Louisiana, the young boy admitted to the shooting when questioned by police. It was a heartbreaking scene as officers arrived at the home on Austin Street, responding to a call about two bodies. Cornelius, 82, and Miles, 31, were found lifeless, their bodies riddled with gunshots.
As the investigation unfolded, it was reported that a neighbor had heard a total of eight gunshots before the tragedy was discovered. It was a shocking and senseless act, especially considering Cornelius had served as an appointed mayor for the city. Neighbors claimed that the incident stemmed from an argument between Cornelius and the boy over charges on a credit card for video games.
The boy's guardian brought him to authorities, and he is currently in custody, though his identity has not been released. While some have mentioned that the boy may have autism, this has not been confirmed by the police. Minden Police Chief Jared McIver stated that the boy did not initially show any signs of remorse, which was a concern for the community.
McIver also commented on the grieving process, acknowledging that everyone handles it differently. However, he did mention that he did not see the typical signs of grief from the boy. Cornelius, who had also served as a city councilman, had been appointed as mayor after the passing of Mayor Bill Robertson. Unfortunately, Cornelius did not win his bid for the full-time mayoral position.
The investigation is ongoing, and many questions remain unanswered. Uriah Miles, the grandson of Cornelius and son of Keisha, expressed his grief and shock on a GoFundMe page, where he is trying to raise funds for his mother's funeral. He shared that he is only 17 years old and now has to bury his mother and grandfather with the help of family.
Cornelius was well-known in the community for his activism and dedication to bettering Minden. He had even run youth programs and previously worked at a funeral home. Current Minden Mayor Nick Cox also paid tribute to Cornelius, writing on Facebook about his years of service and commitment to the city. He called for the community to come together to honor Cornelius's memory and support each other through this time of grief.
As of Tuesday afternoon, the GoFundMe page had raised over $2,600, a testament to the impact Cornelius had on the community. Minden, a city located 325 miles northwest of New Orleans, is still reeling from this tragedy, and the loss of two beloved members of their community.
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