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Balloons To Be Released Tuesday In Memory Of Valdosta Teen's Death Four Years Ago

R.I.P. Kendrick Johnson's facebook

Tuesday marks the four years since Kendrick Johnson was found dead in a gym mat at his Georgia high school.

The 17-year-old black teen was found by students at his Valdosta High School.

Local authorities have ruled Johnson’s death an accident. But, citing foul play, his family has filed multiple lawsuits to no avail.

Meanwhile, over the weekend, family, friends, and supporters marched from Kendrick’s former high school to his burial site. They later held a remembrance gala.

On noon Tuesday, balloons will be released at Sunset Hill Cemetery—Kendrick Johnson’s resting place—to mark the 4th year of his death.

For more news updates, follow Sascha Cordner on Twitter: @SaschaCordner.

Sascha Cordner has more than ten years of public radio experience. It includes working at NPR member station WUFT-FM in Gainesville for several years. She's worked in both radio and TV, serving in various capacities as a reporter, producer and anchor. She's also a graduate of the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in telecommunications. She is the recipient of 15 awards from the Associated Press, Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), and Edward R. Murrow. Her award-winning stories include her coverage on the infamous “Dozier School for Boys” and a feature titled "Male Breast Cancer: Lost in the Sea of Pink." Currently, Sascha serves as the host and producer of local and state news content for the afternoon news program "All Things Considered" at WFSU. Sascha primarily covers criminal justice and social services issues. When she's not reporting, Sascha likes catching up on her favorite TV shows, singing and reading. Follow Sascha Cordner on Twitter:@SaschaCordner.