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In the wake of tragedy, the family of Corey Denmark has spoken out with a determined resolve, stating, “We might not get you today. Justice might not come tomorrow, but justice definitely will be served.” These strong words underscore their commitment to seeking accountability for Denmark’s murder.
In Jacksonville, Florida, sorrow and bewilderment envelop a family yearning for clarity after their beloved Corey Denmark was tragically shot and killed. The incident occurred in the parking lot of the Paxon Shopping Center on Edgewood Avenue, leaving the community shaken.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reported that officers arrived at the scene shortly after 8 p.m. on December 10, discovering two men with gunshot wounds. While both were rushed to the hospital, Denmark succumbed to his injuries. The second victim, however, is expected to recover.
As the investigation unfolds, Denmark’s family grapples with the harsh reality of his sudden and violent death. “Just at a loss for words right now,” expressed his brother, Danny Jackson, encapsulating the family’s profound grief and confusion.
“Just at a loss for words right now,” his brother, Danny Jackson said.
“He didn’t live that way,” his sister, Natasha Hughes, added. “Violence and him, not in the same sentence.”
Family members described Denmark as full of life, a man who loved to laugh, dance and be around his family. They shared videos of him dancing at family gatherings and recalled how he could light up any room.
“My memory always gonna be of him dancing, turning up every party, every chance he got,” Hughes said. “He was a great guy. A hardworking guy. A family guy.”
Loved ones also showed photos of Denmark alongside his siblings, including sister Stacy Hughes, who died from cancer, and another brother lost to gun violence in Jacksonville. They said Denmark is now reunited with them in heaven.
“You took a father, you took a son, you took a brother, you took a granddaddy, you took a whole lot in just a little bit of time,” his sister, Felicia Hughes said.
“We might not get you today,” the Hughes family said. “Justice might not come tomorrow. But justice definitely will be served.”
The family is urging anyone with information to speak up.
“We just want people to keep giving information to detectives,” the family said. “We want justice. We had one brother leave here without justice, we will not let this one go that way.”
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said the case remains an active investigation and no arrests have been made.
Anyone with information is urged to call the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS.
