James L. Shaw Jr., known to family as Lil James, died in Indianapolis on December 10, 2012, at age 23. A graduate of Arsenal Tech High School, he worked for FedEx and operated a small home-renovation business. Earlier jobs included helping the family Mobile Wash business and shifts at UPS, Amazon warehouses, and C2 Supply Company.

Described as a jokester who enjoyed video games, working on cars, and doing handyman work, he was close to his family and supported his brother Demetrius at sports events. He was survived by his parents, his brother Demetrius, and sisters Shandis and Jasmine; services were held December 22, 2012, with burial at Crown Hill Cemetery. Reports from the time do not provide details about an investigation, suspects, or arrests related to his death.

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