Andre Jamal Garner, a 32-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically lost his life on May 27, 2022, in Houston, TX. Garner was fatally shot during an argument with Charles Hamlin, 28, in the parking lot of a motel located in the Westchase area. According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded to a call around 10:15 p.m. and found Garner unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation revealed that Garner and Hamlin had been involved in an argument which escalated when Hamlin pulled out a gun and shot Garner before fleeing on foot. Surveillance footage and further investigation led to Hamlin's identification as the suspect. After several months, Hamlin was arrested on January 11, 2023, and charged with murder.
The case has since moved through the legal system, with Hamlin facing charges in the 351st State District Court. The community and Garner's loved ones continue to seek justice for his untimely death, and the case remains a focal point of ongoing litigation and investigation.
Garner was remembered fondly by his family and friends as a loving father, dedicated entrepreneur, and active church member. His legacy lives on through the memories shared by those who knew him.
