John Wesley Perry III, a 38-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on May 17, 2022, in Waco, Texas. The incident occurred in the parking lot of Octapharma Plasma, located in the 5300 block of Bosque Boulevard. According to reports, Perry was shot multiple times and succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The Waco Police Department responded to the call around 8:30 a.m.
and found Perry deceased from gunshot wounds.
The investigation revealed that Perry was engaged in a conversation with Ardra Robinson, a 31-year-old African American female, in the parking lot when the altercation escalated, leading to the shooting. Robinson was identified as the suspect and was subsequently arrested and charged with Perry's murder. She was taken into custody and held at the McLennan County Jail on a $500,000 bond.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but it was established that Perry and Robinson knew each other. The police are still investigating the nature of their relationship and the events that led to the fatal encounter. The handgun used in the shooting was believed to have been discarded near the 1600 block of West Waco Drive, and the authorities have urged the public to report any findings related to the weapon.
This tragic incident marked the 13th murder in Waco for the year 2022. The community has been urged to handle disagreements peacefully and avoid resorting to violence. The case has drawn significant attention, and the legal proceedings against Robinson are ongoing. The Waco Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding Perry's death to ensure justice is served.
