In the late hours of January 5, 2020, Terrell Wayne Ford Jr., a 28-year-old African American man, was fatally shot in Opelousas, Louisiana. The incident occurred in the parking lot of the Yambilee Grounds, where Ford had been attending a concert. He was inside his vehicle when an assailant opened fire, striking him. Tragically, his young son was also in the car at the time but was physically unharmed.
Ford was rushed to a nearby hospital but ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation into the death of Terrell Wayne Ford Jr. was launched by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office. Despite their efforts, the case has grown cold, with no arrests made and no suspects publicly identified. The lack of progress has been a source of immense pain and frustration for Ford's family, who have actively sought to keep the case in the public eye.
In their quest for justice, Ford's family has taken proactive measures, including hiring a private investigator to work alongside law enforcement. They have also offered a significant monetary reward for any information that leads to the arrest and indictment of the individual or individuals responsible for his death. His mother has been a vocal advocate for her son, expressing the profound loss felt by his loved ones and the community. Ford was remembered for his generosity, including organizing school supply drives for local children. The case remains an unsolved homicide.
