In the quiet community of Marrero, Louisiana, the life of 40-year-old Michael Cooper was abruptly ended on the night of November 20, 2017. A devoted father to his two children, Michael Breaud and Makiya Hunter, and a beloved son, his death left a deep void in the lives of his family and friends. The circumstances of that fateful night were violent and tragic, marking another grim statistic in the city's history of gun violence.
The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office launched a homicide
investigation into the shooting death of the African American male. As detectives delved into the case, it became apparent that Cooper was the victim of a targeted attack. The investigation led authorities to two individuals who were subsequently arrested in connection with the murder.
Subrina Honore, a 32-year-old woman from New Orleans, and Arthur Thomas, a 31-year-old man from Marrero, were taken into custody. Both faced serious charges, including second-degree murder and obstruction of justice. A significant piece of evidence that emerged during the investigation pointed to a possible motive, as it was discovered that Honore had made threats against Michael Cooper on social media in the days leading up to the fatal shooting.
Following their arrests, Honore and Thomas were held without bail at the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center in Gretna. The case drew considerable attention from the local community, highlighting the devastating impact of violence and the quest for justice for a life cut short.
