Taiesha Watkins

Death by Force

Taiesha Watkins, a 27-year-old African American woman, was tragically killed in a mass shooting in New Orleans on July 28, 2018. The incident occurred at a strip mall on South Claiborne Avenue, where two gunmen opened fire on a crowd, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including Taiesha Watkins. The shooting left seven others wounded. Taiesha Watkins, who was visiting New Orleans from Houston, Texas, was among the victims who died at the scene. She leaves behind a 5-year-old daughter. ...Read More

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