In the summer of 2016, a promising life was tragically cut short in the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans. Stephen Videl Ragas Sr., a 33-year-old man, was found deceased on Friday, June 24, 2016. The cause of his untimely death was the violent reality of gun violence, a scourge that has claimed too many lives. At the time of his death, he was a resident of Algiers, a community steeped in the unique culture and history of New Orleans.
Details surrounding the specific circumstances of
his death, including the exact location of the incident and any potential motive, have remained elusive in the public record. Information regarding any suspects or arrests in connection with the shooting has not been made available through online sources. The investigation into his death, like many others, became a part of the city's ongoing struggle with violent crime. The lack of available information speaks to the often-unanswered questions that haunt the families of homicide victims.
Stephen, known affectionately as 'Cheeze' to his friends and family, was a father to two children, a son and a daughter. His passing left a void in the lives of his loved ones, who remembered him as a devoted father and a cherished member of his extensive family. He was a native of Port Sulphur, Louisiana, and a graduate of Edna Karr High School's class of 2000. He had also attended Delgado Community College. His life was one of connection to his community, and his death was a profound loss to those who knew and loved him. The narrative of his life, filled with the bonds of family and friendship, now includes the tragic and unresolved chapter of his violent death.
