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Teenager Arrested for Brutal Killing of Homeless Man in New Orleans
A shocking incident occurred in New Orleans earlier this month, where a 19-year-old teenager brutally killed a homeless man during a beating and sexual assault that lasted for several hours. The perpetrator, Joel Warren, was arrested by the New Orleans Police for this heinous crime.
Details of the Crime
According to the arrest affidavit, surveillance footage captured the horrifying moments of the homicide. Warren sexually and physically assaulted the victim, identified as 60-year-old Tyronne McKinnis, for a staggering three hours before the victim succumbed to his injuries. The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office listed McKinnis’ cause of death as blunt force injuries.
Discovery of the Victim
Mckinnis, who was known to live on the streets in the area surrounded by industrial warehouses, was discovered by a warehouse worker in a rear driveway. The victim was found without pants or shoes, surrounded by a large pool of blood, indicating the brutality of the crime.
Police Investigation
Initially, McKinnis’ death was classified as unclassified, but after further investigation, the police reclassified it as a homicide. The tragic incident took place on February 9 in the 700 block of North Galvez Street. Detectives released surveillance footage of a person of interest, later identified as Joel Warren, who was seen in the vicinity of the crime scene.
Warren’s arrest sheds light on the importance of swift police action in solving such heinous crimes and bringing the perpetrators to justice. The community in New Orleans is relieved by the arrest and hopes for a fair trial and appropriate punishment for Warren.
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