On New Year's Eve, tragedy struck in New Orleans as 25-year-old Matthew Tenedorio from Slidell, Louisiana, became one of the 14 victims of a deadly truck attack. According to his cousin, Tenedorio was fatally shot during the chaotic events that unfolded that night.
Despite his family's pleas for him to stay, Tenedorio decided to join two friends on a trip to New Orleans to celebrate the holiday. As they were walking to a bar, they witnessed a horrifying scene as a body was thrown into the air by the truck that was rampaging through the area.
While Tenedorio bravely ran towards the screams to offer help, his friends were pushed into bars by the police. Tragically, Tenedorio was struck by a gunshot during the chaos. His family, unable to reach him the following day, frantically searched for answers about his condition.
The family is now left grappling with unanswered questions about the circumstances of Tenedorio's death. They are seeking clarity on whether he died instantly from the gunshot wound or if he was transported to a hospital before succumbing to his injuries. Additionally, they are eager to determine if the fatal bullet came from the attacker's gun.
Described as a vibrant and jovial individual, Tenedorio was known for his sense of humor and infectious smile. His family remembers him as someone who had dreams of starting his own family and who brought joy to those around him.
The suspect responsible for the tragic events that claimed Tenedorio's life was killed in a confrontation with law enforcement. As the community mourns the loss of Tenedorio and the other victims, questions linger about the senseless violence that unfolded on that fateful night in New Orleans.
