Darrell Eau was a 56-year-old Black man from New Orleans whose life ended on July 30, 2016.

That lack of detail leaves a hard emptiness: family, friends, and neighbors faced the shock and unanswered questions that follow a violent death. Darrell’s death altered the ordinary rhythms of the community where he lived, turning familiar streets and routines into reminders of loss.

Anyone who knew Darrell, saw him in the days before July 30, 2016, or has information about what happened is urged to come forward and share what they remember.