On a Sunday in Buffalo, New York, the life of 21-year-old Gary D. Hooser was tragically cut short. On September 21, 2014, Hooser and another man, 27-year-old David Deshawn Laguerre, were shot on Butler Avenue in what became a double homicide that shocked the community. Both men were victims of gun violence, and their deaths were part of a year that saw a significant increase in homicides in the city.
Gary, a young man with a zest for life, had recently returned to Buffalo to be closer to
his family and friends. He was known for his optimistic outlook and his ability to connect with people. He had attended Buffalo Public and Charter Schools and was pursuing a career in construction. His sudden death left behind a loving family, including his parents, a daughter, and a son.
In the wake of the shooting, the Buffalo Police Department launched an investigation into the deaths of Hooser and Laguerre. Despite their efforts and public appeals for any information that could lead to a breakthrough in the case, the investigation has been met with challenges. The double homicide is one of many unsolved cases from that year, a fact that highlights the difficulties authorities can face in bringing perpetrators to justice.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the murders of Gary Hooser and David Laguerre, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The case officially remains open and under investigation. The families of both victims are left without closure, waiting for the day that those responsible for this senseless act of violence are held accountable.
