Tardrick 'Trollie' Fowler Jr., a 19-year-old African American male from Austin, Texas, tragically died on June 8, 2020. He passed away at the Super 8 Hotel along I-35 near East 290 in North Austin. According to the Austin Police Department, Fowler Jr. died by suicide while playing Russian roulette with a group of friends. However, his family has raised serious concerns about this conclusion, pointing to inconsistencies in witness statements and hotel security video footage.
The Fowler
family, along with the Austin Justice Coalition, has been vocal in their belief that foul play was involved in Trollie's death. They have called for the Austin Police Department to reopen the case and provide them with police and medical examiner reports. The family's dissatisfaction stems from the belief that the investigation was rushed and lacked thoroughness. They argue that the crime scene procedures were inadequate and that potential evidence, such as fingerprints on the gun, was not properly collected.
Despite their persistent efforts, the Austin Police Department has declined to reopen the case, maintaining their stance that Fowler Jr.'s death was a suicide. The family, however, remains determined to seek justice for Trollie and has retained legal counsel to explore further options. The case has garnered attention from activists and community members who support the family's quest for answers.
The tragic death of Tardrick 'Trollie' Fowler Jr. continues to be a point of contention and sorrow for his family and community, as they seek closure and justice in the face of unanswered questions and perceived inconsistencies in the investigation.
