Earl Williams, 46, known as Beedy to friends and family, was a lifelong resident of New Orleans who worked for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and had attended Booker T. Washington High School. Described as loving and kind, he was a father and a valued member of the Central City community.

On Saturday, August 27, 2022, Williams was shot multiple times on the 2800 block of South Johnson Street in Central City. He was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the New Orleans Police Department and the coroner. His killing occurred during a particularly violent stretch in the city, with another homicide nearby within 24 hours and several others reported that week.

No arrests had been announced as of the last reports from August 2022 and the investigation remained open. Anyone with information about Earl Williams or the shooting on South Johnson Street is asked to come forward.