On July 1, 2021, a promising young life was cut short when 21-year-old Brandon Tyler Hensley was fatally shot in Roanoke, Virginia. The incident occurred around 5:00 p.m. in the 3800 block of Panorama Avenue NW, at The Cove at Peter's Creek apartment complex. Hensley was reportedly walking out to start his car when he was struck by gunfire. Responding officers found him with a serious gunshot wound.
He was quickly transported to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital for treatment but ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
Brandon, a resident of Roanoke, was born on February 17, 2000. His unexpected death left his family, including his mother Brandy Hensley, his fiancée, and his young daughter, devastated. In the wake of the tragedy, his mother has been a vocal advocate for justice, expressing her profound grief and frustration over the senseless violence that took her son's life.
The Roanoke City Police Department launched a homicide investigation into Brandon's death, but the case has remained unsolved. Despite the ongoing investigation, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. Law enforcement has urged the community to come forward with any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the case. The family continues to hope that someone will provide the crucial information needed to bring those responsible for Brandon's death to justice.
