Henry Texada, a 23-year-old resident of Oakland, California, was tragically killed on April 28, 2020. The incident occurred in the 2900 block of 68th Avenue in East Oakland. On that fateful day, a gray 2020 Nissan Armada without license plates pulled up to Texada. Multiple individuals exited the vehicle and opened fire, fatally wounding him. The vehicle was later recovered and identified as a rental car from Reno, Nevada.
Despite the recovery of the vehicle, the case remains unsolved, and the Oakland Police Department continues to seek leads from the public.
Texada was well-regarded in his community, known for his leadership and mentorship, particularly with younger members of his family and participants at the Boys and Girls Club. He was also a digital media photographer who used his skills to inspire others. At the time of his death, he was preparing to enroll in Early Childhood Development classes at Laney College. His untimely death has left a profound impact on his loved ones, who continue to seek justice for him.
The Oakland Police Department has linked Texada's murder to another homicide that occurred about a year later. DeShawn Rhoades was killed on June 19, 2021, in a similar manner. Both cases are believed to be connected, and multiple suspects are thought to be involved. The police have urged anyone with information to come forward, offering a reward for tips leading to an arrest. Despite these efforts, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains active. The community and Texada's family continue to hope for justice and closure in this tragic case.
