Sabrien Verdell Walton, a 45-year-old African American male, passed away on March 29, 2020, in Henderson, Texas. Sabrien, affectionately known as "Half Dead," was born on March 26, 1975, in Henderson to Abigail Walton and Verdell Bell. He was a member of the Henderson High School Class of 1993 and was employed at Boral Brick in Henderson for many years.
Sabrien was a devoted father to his five sons and was cherished by his family and friends.
On the night of March 29, 2020, Sabrien Verdell Walton was fatally shot in the 700 block of Wilson Street in Henderson. The suspect, 29-year-old Gary Jordan Jr., turned himself in to the Henderson Police Department shortly after the incident. Jordan was accused of shooting Sabrien Walton, but the authorities did not release a possible motive for the killing. Jordan was held in the Rusk County Jail awaiting arraignment, with no bond set at the time.
The investigation into Sabrien Verdell Walton's death revealed no further details about the circumstances leading to the shooting. The community mourned the loss of Sabrien, who was remembered for his kind heart and dedication to his family. His death left a void in the lives of those who knew and loved him. The case against Gary Jordan Jr. continued to unfold as the legal process moved forward, with the hope that justice would be served for Sabrien and his family.
