Matthew Allen Causey, a 21-year-old White male from Luling, Texas, was tragically killed on June 22, 2020, in Pasadena, Texas. He was known to his loved ones as a dedicated construction worker and was living with his father and stepmother in Dickinson at the time. His sudden and violent death devastated his family, who described him as a kind-hearted young man with a promising future.
Matthew was survived by his mother Stella Hill, his father Paul Causey, three sisters, and several grandparents who were all deeply affected by his loss.
Initially, the investigation into his death appeared to show promising leads. According to Matthew's mother, authorities in Pasadena had gathered significant evidence, including a signed confession, a corroborating witness statement, and forensic evidence—such as the suspect's fingerprints on the firearm involved. However, despite what the family believed to be a strong case, no immediate charges were filed. The suspect was released, and the case languished for a time, leaving the family in anguish and fueling their efforts to seek justice publicly through the #JusticeForMatthewCausey campaign.
The family’s efforts were not in vain. In 2023, after years of advocacy and a renewed legal effort, 26-year-old Tallon Parks was indicted in connection with the death of Matthew Allen Causey. Parks, a White male, was formally charged with manslaughter and, on June 26, 2023, he was sentenced to five years in prison. The indictment marked a critical turning point in the case, bringing some measure of closure to a family that had fought tirelessly to hold someone accountable for Matthew’s death.
While the manslaughter conviction does not carry the weight of a murder conviction that the family initially sought, the sentencing of Tallon Parks signifies legal recognition of responsibility in the death of the 21-year-old victim. The Causey family continues to remember Matthew through memorials and advocacy, honoring his memory while pushing for greater accountability and transparency in cases involving delayed justice.
