Joseph Cleveland Huggins IV, a 39-year-old African American man, died in Houston, Texas, on October 20, 2019. Authorities determined his death resulted from a violent assault and opened a criminal investigation. The Harris County District Attorney’s Office reviewed the case but ultimately dismissed it, citing insufficient evidence to pursue a murder charge.

The dismissal left Huggins’ family and friends without the answers they sought, and they continue to press for justice and closure. The community has offered support to the family while the official investigation is closed.

If anyone knew Joseph, witnessed events in Houston around October 20, 2019, or has information that could help, please come forward.