On January 27, 2021, 62-year-old Kenneth Henderson, a male resident of Dallas, Texas, was discovered with a gunshot wound in the 8600 block of Old Hickory Trail. He was promptly transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Despite the efforts of medical professionals, Mr. Henderson succumbed to his injuries on February 18, 2021.
Following an investigation, the Dallas Police Department arrested a 16-year-old male suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of Mr. Henderson.
The teenager was charged with murder, a first-degree felony, and was taken to the Henry Wade Juvenile Justice Center.
Kenneth Henderson's passing at the age of 68 was publicly announced by Golden Gate Funeral Home in Dallas, Texas. A viewing was held on February 19, 2021, followed by a funeral service on February 20, 2021, at Good Street Baptist Church in Dallas.
The arrest of the 16-year-old suspect underscores the ongoing issue of youth involvement in violent crimes. The Dallas community continues to grapple with the tragic loss of Mr. Henderson, reflecting on the circumstances that led to this unfortunate event.