On May 19, 2013, 31-year-old Tellus Plater was tragically shot and killed in Houston, Texas. The incident took place in the Sunnyside neighborhood, a community that has experienced several similar tragedies. According to Crime Stoppers of Houston, Plater's homicide remains unsolved, and authorities are still seeking information that could lead to the identification of the suspect or suspects involved in the killing.
Plater was found at the scene, and despite efforts by law enforcement and ongoing community outreach through initiatives like those by Crime Stoppers, no leads have conclusively solved the case. Crime Stoppers and the Houston Police Department have encouraged anyone with information to come forward, offering anonymity and rewards in exchange for tips that might provide crucial details about the crime.