In the autumn of 2018, the life of 18-year-old Eric Dewayne Harris Jr. was tragically cut short on a Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana. On October 28th, the young man, known to his loved ones as 'Ric,' was gunned down in an act of violence that left his family and community mourning. Further details about the specific location and circumstances of the shooting were not readily available in public reports.
Born on February 21, 2000, Eric was a young man with a passion for life.
He was known for being fun-loving and always wearing a smile. An avid sports enthusiast, he had played football, basketball, and baseball for various teams throughout his youth, including Greenoaks High School and Evangel Christian Academy. Beyond sports, he had a creative side, enjoying writing lyrics with aspirations of becoming a rapper. He was also a cook at Cracker Barrel.
In the wake of the shooting, the Shreveport Police Department opened an investigation into the homicide of the male teenager. However, despite their efforts, the case grew cold. To date, there have been no arrests made in connection with the murder of Eric Dewayne Harris Jr., and no suspects have been publicly identified. His death is considered an unsolved murder, leaving a painful void for his family who continue to seek answers and justice for their son.
