Tyvon Marco Henderson, a 25-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on July 28, 2022, in Chicago, IL. Henderson, who lived in the West Garfield Park neighborhood, had just returned home from his job at Walmart. He went to the parking lot behind his home around 1:00 a.m., likely to retrieve his cell phone from his car. It was there that he was gunned down in a hail of gunfire, being shot seven times.
His family believes it was a case of mistaken identity, as there were no known conflicts or threats against him.
Henderson was a recent graduate of Virginia Union University, where he earned a degree in Entrepreneur Management. He was also a passionate member of Chicago's LGBTQ community, known for his work as a drag performer, singer, and social media content creator. His family described him as a joyful and hardworking individual who was committed to expressing himself and living life to the fullest. His mother, Latesha Thompson, and his aunt, Catherine Thompson, have been vocal about their quest for justice, urging anyone with information to come forward.
The investigation into Henderson's murder is ongoing. A dark-colored SUV was seen on a nearby camera in the alley just before the shots were fired, and the police are still searching for leads. Despite the family's efforts, including raising a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the perpetrator, no arrests have been made. The family continues to check in with the police regularly, hoping for updates and leads in the case. They have also set up a scholarship fund in Henderson's memory for CPS students who want to be content creators and plan to hold giveaways for young people in the LGBTQ community on the anniversary of his death and his birthday.
The family remains hopeful that justice will be served and that Henderson's memory will continue to inspire and support others. They urge anyone with information to contact the police or submit a tip anonymously online. The pain of losing Henderson is still fresh for his family, who describe living in a nightmare and waiting for him to come home. Through their efforts to keep his memory alive, they hope to find closure and ensure that his legacy lives on.
