Shaun Yurtkuran Quoted in Mississippi Today Regarding Cortez George Murder Case

Mississippi Today recently featured attorney Shaun Yurtkuran in its reporting on the dismissal of a capital murder case against Cortez George and the broader concerns surrounding violent crime investigations in Jackson.

The article focused on the 2024 homicide investigation into the death of local DJ Anthony Davis, also known as “DJ Choo.” During the preliminary hearing, the State’s investigator acknowledged that the case largely relied on hearsay information rather than direct evidence connecting George to the shooting.

During cross-examination, defense attorney Shaun Yurtkuran challenged the lack of physical evidence and weaknesses in the investigation. The court ultimately dismissed the charges, with the judge criticizing the quality of the investigation presented to the court.

The article later details the tragic circumstances surrounding George’s own death during the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day shooting in downtown Jackson and examines larger concerns involving unresolved violence, investigative failures, and communication with victims’ families.

As a former prosecutor and current criminal defense attorney, Shaun Yurtkuran regularly handles serious felony and homicide cases in Mississippi courts and is frequently called upon to provide legal analysis and commentary regarding high-profile criminal matters.

Read the full article from Mississippi Today here:

https://mississippitoday.org/2026/04/22/cortez-george-murder-case/