Kennerick Etroy Buffin, a 53-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically passed away on September 11, 2022, in Dallas, TX. The circumstances surrounding his death have led to a significant investigation and legal proceedings.
Authorities have arrested a former tenant, Jeffrey Hinton, in connection with Buffin's death. Hinton, aged 41, is accused of murdering Buffin inside Buffin's home on Llano Avenue in the Lakewood Heights neighborhood.
According to arrest warrant affidavits, Hinton had been renting part of Buffin's home until about a month before the incident. On July 5, 2024, witnesses reported seeing Hinton at Buffin's home, and video evidence showed Hinton's car parked in Buffin's driveway at the time two gunshots were heard. Hinton was arrested and charged with murder.
The investigation revealed that Buffin's doorbell camera had been ripped off the wall, and his body was found inside the home during a welfare check. Hinton initially claimed he was only at Buffin's home for a short time, but cellphone records contradicted his statement, placing him in the area for about 40 minutes. Hinton was arrested at a Plano senior living center where his mother resides.
The case has drawn significant attention due to the nature of the crime and the relationship between the victim and the suspect. Legal proceedings are ongoing, and Hinton is currently facing charges for the murder of Kennerick Etroy Buffin.
This tragic event has left the community in shock and mourning, as Buffin was remembered fondly by those who knew him. The investigation continues as authorities work to uncover the full details of the incident and ensure justice for Buffin and his loved ones.
