Corey Francis Clausell was 16 when he was found dead in New Orleans on Friday, July 7, 2023. Family remember him as a quiet, kind-hearted teenager who loved video games, collected sneakers, and often wore his favorite sweatshirts. He was described as a caring son and brother who worried about others’ well-being.

Corey’s body was discovered in an alley in the 7000 block of Salem Drive. He had sustained multiple gunshot wounds and died at the scene. Law enforcement has released little public information about the investigation: no suspects, persons of interest, or arrests have been announced. A funeral service was held for Corey on July 22, 2023.

If anyone has information about Corey’s death or was in the area of Salem Drive on July 7, 2023, please come forward and share what you know.