Normand Keenan Jalah, a 30-year-old Black man from Port Arthur, Texas, tragically lost his life on September 26, 2021. He was found deceased from a single gunshot wound in the early hours of the morning at the 100 block of 6th Street. The incident was reported to Port Arthur Police Department at approximately 3:23 a.m., and upon arrival, officers discovered Jalah's body.
The suspect in this case was identified as Sherrell Keys, also a resident of Port Arthur.
Keys was found at the scene and was cooperative with the investigation. She was taken to the police station, where she provided a statement and was later released pending further investigation. The Port Arthur Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division took over the case to determine the circumstances leading to Jalah's death.
As of now, there have been no further updates on arrests or litigation related to this case. The investigation remains ongoing, and the authorities continue to seek any additional information that might help solve this tragic event.
Normand Keenan Jalah is remembered by his family and friends as a kind and helpful individual who worked in customer service and enjoyed meeting new people. His untimely death has left a significant impact on his loved ones and the community.
