Rashard Guinyard, a 17-year-old high school student and track star at Crowley High School in Fort Worth, Texas, was fatally shot outside an after-prom party early Sunday morning on April 24, 2022. Guinyard, who was a straight-A student and had plans to attend Abilene Christian University on an athletic scholarship, was leaving the party to make curfew when the shooting occurred. The incident took place at a strip mall parking lot on Altamesa Boulevard during a large gathering.
Guinyard was shot at least once and died on the scene, while another victim was taken to the hospital with multiple gunshot wounds.
Fort Worth police reported that unknown suspects began firing weapons as Guinyard and others attempted to flee the area on foot. The police have not identified any suspects and are continuing their investigation. Guinyard's mother, Kimberly Howard, expressed her devastation over the loss of her only son, describing him as a dynamic and obedient young man who was never involved in any trouble. She also mentioned that Guinyard was passionate about track and aspired to become an anesthesiologist.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects in custody related to Rashard Guinyard's death. The Fort Worth Police Department has urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward. The investigation remains ongoing, and the police are working to determine who was involved in the shooting and who were bystanders.
Guinyard's death has deeply affected his family, friends, and the community. He was remembered as a standout scholar and student-athlete with a bright future ahead of him. The Crowley Independent School District and the Fort Worth Flyers Track Club, where Guinyard competed, have both expressed their condolences and grief over the loss.
The tragic incident has left many questions unanswered, and the search for justice continues as the investigation unfolds. Guinyard's family and friends are hopeful that someone will come forward with information that could help bring closure to this heartbreaking case.
