Teressa Henderson, a 25-year-old African American woman, tragically lost her life on March 9, 2022, in Titusville, Florida. On that fateful night, Teressa and her 17-year-old cousin, Drayontai Mason, were victims of a drive-by shooting at their duplex home. Multiple shots were fired into the residence, resulting in fatal injuries to both Teressa and Drayontai. Teressa, a mother of three, was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Drayontai, who was playing a video game in his bedroom at the time, also succumbed to his injuries.
The Titusville Police Department launched an active investigation into the shooting, which remains ongoing. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the individuals responsible for the drive-by shooting have not yet been apprehended. The police have urged anyone with information about the case to come forward, emphasizing that no detail is too small to aid in their investigation.
In the aftermath of the shooting, two men who returned fire during the incident were arrested. These individuals, both convicted felons, were charged for possessing firearms illegally. However, the primary suspects involved in the drive-by shooting itself have not been identified or arrested. The families of Teressa Henderson and Drayontai Mason continue to seek justice and closure, appealing to the community for any information that could lead to the arrest of those responsible for the tragic deaths of their loved ones.
