In the late hours of a Tuesday night in Flint, Michigan, tragedy struck on the city's north side, forever altering the lives of two families. On September 23, 2014, police were dispatched to a residence following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered a grim scene: two men, victims of a fatal shooting. One of the men was 56-year-old Tony Delande Mayes, a man known affectionately to friends and family as 'Rabbit.'
He, along with 22-year-old Henry Moye III, were both found with gunshot wounds to the head and were pronounced dead at the scene.
The relationship between the two victims was not immediately clear to investigators, who promptly cordoned off the street to conduct a thorough investigation of the house and the surrounding area. Despite their efforts, details about the circumstances leading to the double homicide were scarce, and authorities did not release further information in the immediate aftermath. The community was left with questions and grief, as no suspects were identified and no arrests were made in connection with the murders. The lack of any publicly announced breakthroughs suggests the case may have grown cold, leaving the pursuit of justice for Tony Mayes and Henry Moye III unresolved.
Tony, born in Saginaw, Michigan on June 6, 1958, was remembered as a peaceful and very likable man who never met a stranger. A 1976 graduate of Flint Northern High School, he was a talkative person who cherished being around his family and friends. He was known for his special love for children, who in turn felt a special connection to him. A passionate enthusiast of American League Baseball, he also enjoyed playing cards, backgammon, and watching Chinese movies. His family and friends mourned the loss of a man who was the 'Master' at detailing cars and held a deep love for music. His funeral services were held at the House of Prayer Missionary Baptist Church, and he was laid to rest at Flint Memorial Park Cemetery.
