On a Tuesday evening in Huntington, West Virginia, the life of Kendall Orlando Williams, a 37-year-old Black / African American male, was tragically cut short. On June 8, 2021, authorities were called to the 2700 block of Highlawn Avenue, where Williams was discovered deceased around 10:45 p.m. from what was determined to be a shooting. His death was ruled a homicide, prompting an investigation by the Huntington Police Department.
Born in Columbus, Ohio, on December 7, 1983, Kendall was
remembered by those who knew him as a man with a heart of gold, someone who was caring, generous, and would give his last to see someone else happy. He had attended Linden McKinley High School and enjoyed playing football and basketball in his youth. Above all, he was a family man who deeply loved his children, his brother, and his sister. His death left a significant void in the lives of his family and friends, both in Ohio and in his West Virginia community.
In the wake of the shooting, the Huntington Police Department launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Williams' death. However, the case has remained a difficult one for law enforcement. To date, no arrests have been made in connection with the homicide. Authorities have not released any information regarding potential motives or publicly identified any suspects. The investigation remains ongoing, and the community, along with his grieving family, continues to await answers and hope for justice for a life taken too soon.
