Tasia Gardner, a 36-year-old woman, tragically lost her life on January 5, 2022, in Houston, Texas. She was the victim of a drive-by shooting that occurred in the 10900 block of Cheeves Drive in northeast Houston. Tasia was sitting in a parked car with Leroy Butts, 36, when a dark-colored sedan pulled up and the occupants began firing at them. Both Tasia and Leroy were struck multiple times, and Tasia was pronounced dead at the scene.
Leroy was transported to the hospital in critical condition.
The suspects in the sedan fled the scene, with a Hispanic female exiting the driver's seat and a black male taking over the driving. The motive for the shooting remains unknown, and the investigation is ongoing. The Houston Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward and contact the HPD Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects identified in connection with Tasia Gardner's death. The case is still under investigation, and the authorities are actively searching for the individuals responsible for this tragic incident. The community continues to mourn the loss of Tasia Gardner and hopes for justice to be served.
