On November 8, 2020 Fred Cox, Jr. was shot in the back several times at a funeral while trying to protect those around him during a drive-by shooting. It was the family’s initial understanding that those doing the drive-by were responsible for his death. It was later discovered that an undercover officer who was out of his jurisdiction was responsible for the killing.

Fred had his life cut short at the young age of 18. An amazing father and entrepreneur who had big dreams, Fred also was a great athlete and loved by all at his alma mater. He was well known for standing up for what is right, so it is only right that we stand up for him.