Do you know who murdered Guy Anthony Henderson Jr? In the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans, what began as an ordinary evening on December 29, 2014, tragically ended in the death of 27-year-old Guy Anthony Henderson Jr. The male victim, known to friends and family as 'Scoota' or 'Doodie,' was found inside a bullet-riddled sedan near the intersection of General Meyer Avenue and Wagner Street. The New Orleans Police Department responded to reports of the shooting at approximately 7:40 p.m.
Upon their arrival, officers discovered
Henderson in the driver's seat of a gray sedan. The vehicle had come to a stop after striking a curb, its side windows shattered by the gunfire that had erupted moments earlier. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, Henderson was pronounced dead at the scene, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office later confirmed his identity.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, details about the circumstances leading to Henderson's death were scarce. The New Orleans Police Department's initial investigation did not yield any information about a possible motive or any potential suspects. The case was classified as a homicide, adding to the city's count for the year.
As of the latest available information, the investigation into the murder of Guy Anthony Henderson Jr. remains ongoing. There have been no public announcements regarding any arrests made or suspects identified in connection with the case. The loss of the Edna Karr Magnet High School and Southern University in New Orleans graduate continues to be an unresolved tragedy for his family and the community.
