Christopher L. Thomas Jr., a 20-year-old African American male from Port Arthur, Texas, tragically lost his life on February 18, 2022. He was found deceased in the 400 block of 53rd Street in Port Arthur, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The investigation revealed that he died from his injuries.
Three individuals were indicted for Christopher's murder: Jakobi Damond Broussard , Arthur Small Jr. , and Charles Ray Moss .
Port Arthur police arrested Broussard and Small with assistance from the Jefferson County Warrant Division and the U.S. Marshals. However, Charles Ray Moss remained at large at the time of the arrests.
The case drew significant attention due to the senseless nature of the violence and the impact it had on the community. The Port Arthur Police Department, along with the Jefferson County Warrant Division and the U.S. Marshals, continued their efforts to locate and apprehend Moss. The community was urged to come forward with any information that could help in the investigation.
Christopher was remembered fondly by his family and friends as a hard-working, well-mannered young man who excelled in everything he attempted. He was a graduate of Memorial High School and Lamar State College – Port Arthur, and he had a passion for football and rodeo activities. His untimely death left a significant void in the lives of those who knew him.
The investigation into Christopher's death highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in Port Arthur and the broader community's struggle to address it. The arrests of Broussard and Small were seen as a step towards justice, but the search for Moss continued, with authorities and the community hoping for a resolution to bring closure to Christopher's family.
