Shakier Henderson, a 21-year-old African American male, was found dead on January 4, 2019, in Charlotte, North Carolina. His body was discovered on a trail behind an apartment complex off W.T. Harris Boulevard. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department received a call around 7:30 a.m. and located Henderson's body during a welfare check. He was pronounced dead at the scene, having suffered a gunshot wound.
The investigation into Shakier Henderson's death led to the arrest of Antonio
Collins, also 21 years old. Collins was charged with the murder of Henderson. The arrest took place on January 11, 2019, following a thorough investigation by the CMPD. Collins was taken to police headquarters for an interview and subsequently charged with murder. The incident occurred at the Heritage Park Apartment complex on Snow Lane, where Henderson was found dead on a dirt trail.
The case garnered significant attention, and the CMPD urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. The investigation revealed that there were no calls for service from the area the night before the incident. The arrest of Antonio Collins marked a significant development in the case, as he was charged with the murder of Shakier Henderson, bringing some closure to the tragic event.
