Gregory Warren, an 18-year-old Black male, was killed in a shooting near Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas, on April 9, 2025. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. on Rosewood Street near Ennis. Authorities discovered Warren unresponsive in the driver's seat of a gray sedan, and paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene. Warren had recently moved to Houston to live with his sister and her family, seeking a fresh start.
His relatives described him as outgoing, sociable, and full of potential, with no known trouble.
Witnesses reported seeing two suspects fleeing the area after the gunfire. Both suspects were described as Black males, approximately 20 to 25 years old. One was said to be thin with short dreadlocks, while the other was described as heavyset with dreadlocks. As of the latest updates, Houston police had not made any arrests in connection with Warren's murder. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward.
Warren’s mother, Tina Davis, traveled from Alaska to Houston after the shooting, devastated by the loss of her son. She described him as humble and affectionate, recalling how he always gave her hugs. Warren’s sister, Tierra Pearson, and her partner, Trey Lockhart, expressed their grief, recounting the painful moment they learned of his death. Pearson noted that Warren was a very sociable person who made friends easily. Lockhart had grown concerned when Warren did not return home as expected.
Tragically, Warren’s mother, Tina Davis, passed away just a week after her son’s murder. She had been diagnosed with sepsis and stress-induced heart failure after arriving in Houston. Her health deteriorated rapidly, and she was pronounced dead at a local hospital on April 18, 2025. A GoFundMe campaign was launched to help Warren’s legally blind father, Reggie, arrange funeral services for both his son and wife.
The investigation into Warren’s murder remains ongoing, with police continuing their search for the suspects. His family remains desperate for answers and justice, urging anyone with information to assist authorities.
