On February 7, 2024, 33-year-old Willie Issac Bernard Ewing was charged in relation to the death of a woman. The woman, identified as 29-year-old Sierra Hayes, was found dead at 13100 Halifax Street. Ewing, who is currently in hospital, is accused of tampering with evidence. The cause of Hayes’ death is still under investigation by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
The Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division responded to a report of an unresponsive person at the Halifax Street address. They found Hayes’ body in a ditch and she was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
Ewing was identified as a suspect during the investigation into Hayes’ death. He was arrested on February 5 by the Houston Police Department’s Gang Division. A photo of Ewing from November 2023 has been made public.
The investigation is ongoing and the cause of Hayes’ death will be determined by an autopsy. The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences will conduct this.
Ewing faces serious charges and could face significant penalties if convicted. This case highlights the importance of thorough investigations in achieving justice for victims and their families.