In the Hollygrove neighborhood of New Orleans, a life was tragically cut short on March 8, 2021. Roshad Maurice “Shaddy” Anthony, a 17-year-old African American male, was fatally shot, leaving a community in mourning and a family seeking justice. The violent end to the young man's life prompted an immediate and ongoing investigation by the New Orleans Police Department.
In the days and weeks that followed the shooting, detectives worked to piece together the events that led to
Roshad's death. Their investigation led them to identify two individuals as persons of interest in the case: 19-year-old Tymaia Powell and 18-year-old Tyiara Solomon. The police publicly sought information on their whereabouts, hoping to learn what they might know about the circumstances surrounding the homicide.
While the police initially sought Powell and Solomon for questioning, the investigation continued. Information later emerged indicating that an arrest had been made in connection with the murder of Roshad Anthony. A 19-year-old woman was reportedly taken into custody, though further details regarding her identity and the specific charges she faces have not been widely publicized. The case remains a painful memory for those who knew and loved Roshad, and a stark reminder of the impact of gun violence on the community.
