MURDER
CASE #: 2021-86
O'Brien Deshun Henley
Also Known As:
Pookie
Status:
Open
Date of Offense:
Date of Offense:
Jurisdiction:
Offense Location:
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
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Summary:
O'Brien "Pookie" Henley was shot and killed in an apparent targeted shooting on October 7, 2021 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
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Circumstances of Offense:
After spending time with friends at 1345 Wenlon Drive, O'Brien Henley walked to his vehicle in the parking lot, a white single cab Chevrolet Silverado. After entering the drivers seat, an unknown gunman fired multiple rounds with a firearm towards the truck. O'Brien attempted to reverse his vehicle at a high rate of speed, but his truck was hit with multiple rounds. O'Brien was hit several times and succumbed to his wounds. O'Brien was only 18 years old at the time of his death. O'Brien leaves behind a grieving mother, father, and countless close friends. O'Brien had no criminal history, and was active in high school basketball, football, and baseball. The circumstances about why O'Brien was targeted and who was involved in his murder are still under investigation.
Additional Details:
This shooting appears to be a targeted shooting. If you know any details about why O'Brien was murdered and who would have done it, please contact the Murfreesboro (TN) Police Department in one of the following ways: Direct phone to the investigating Detective 629-201-5615. Direct email to the investigating Detective 1102@murfreesborotn.gov. Crime Stoppers tips 615-893-7687.
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