The Senseless Murder of Jonshel Alexander

2023-07-10

Jonshel Alexander wasn't even a teenager yet when she auditioned for the critically acclaimed film "Beasts of the Southern Wild." Though she was too old to play the lead, she impressed filmmakers so much that they cast her in a supporting role. Described as "ferociously creative," Jonshel exhibited undeniable talent and charisma. Tragically, when she was just 22 years old someone came along and cut her life short for literally no reason whatsoever. Although this episode is a bit on the shorter side in terms of length, we assure you we've included all the information...

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Anyone with information can call homicide detective Brittany Kimbrough at (504) 658-5300 or call Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans - you can do so anonymously at (504) 822-1111 or (877) 903-7867.

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Episode Sources:

“Former Child Actor From ‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’ Jonshel Alexander Fatally Shot in New Orleans at Age 22” by Joe Price

Jonshel’s Obituary

“‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’ Star Jonshel Alexander Fatally Shot In New Orleans, Murder Suspect Identified and Wanted” by Steph Sutorius

“Former child actor who was in 'Beasts of the Southern Wild,' killed in 7th Ward shooting” by Mike Perlstein

“Jonshel Alexander, child actor in 'Beasts of the Southern Wild,' killed in 7th Ward” by Missy Wilkinson

“Suspect sought after ‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’ actor, 22, killed in New Orleans shooting” by Jesse Brooks, Kaitlin Rust and Gray News staff

“'Beasts Of The Southern Wild' Child Star Jonshel Alexander Fatally Shot In New Orleans” by Dorian Geiger

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