In the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans, a devoted son and father’s life was tragically cut short. Keith Anthony Jones, a 27-year-old African American male, was fatally shot on September 22, 2016. Family members reported that the shooting occurred as he was coming to the aid of his mother, a final act of love for a woman who cherished him deeply.
Born on November 30, 1988, Keith was a man who had embraced his faith from an early age and continued to walk a spiritual path throughout his
life. After attending Frederick Douglass High School, he embarked on a career in the restaurant industry, providing for his family and building a life in the city he called home. He was a beloved son, a fiancé, and a father to his daughter, leaving behind a family who remember his beautiful memories.
The circumstances surrounding his death have left a painful void for his loved ones and the community. As of the latest available information, the New Orleans Police Department's investigation into the murder of Keith Anthony Jones has not resulted in any arrests, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The case remains unresolved, and the quest for justice for the untimely and violent end to a young father’s life continues.
