On October 1st, 2024, TikToker Mr. Prada, real name Terryon Thomas, was arrested in Dallas, Texas, in connection with the homicide of 69-year-old William Nicoholas Abraham. Abraham, a therapist from Louisiana, was murdered on September 28, 2024. Terryon was charged with obstruction of justice, aggravated criminal damage to property, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, and second-degree murder. (Fox 8)
For more background information, read “TikTok Creator ‘Mr. Prada’ Charged With 2nd Degree Murder After Therapist Found Dead.”
On October 7, 2024, he was extradited to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he was detained in the East Baton Rouge jail while his case pended investigation. Public defender Stephen Sterling was appointed to Terryon Thomas’ case a day later.
Terryon’s charge has since been upgraded from second-degree to first-degree murder on account of Louisiana laws by a grand jury in Baton Rouge. According to the Louisiana State Legislature, under Title 14, Section 30 A 5, if the victim is under the age of 12 or over the age of 65, the murder is considered first degree. First-degree murder is the most serious homicide charge, classifying premeditated murder.
On January 28, 2025, an arraignment hearing was held, marking Terryon’s first appearance in court. During the arraignment, Judge Fred Crifasi read Terryon his official charges and explained his legal rights before he entered a plea. After being consulted by Crifasi, Terryon pleaded not guilty. Terryon was denied bond in July of 2025, during another court proceeding. As another court date was scheduled on October 8th, 2025, attorney Stephen Sterling petitioned for a mental health evaluation of Terryon Thomas, to which Judge Crifasi allowed.
In order to determine if the defendant was competent to stand trial, Crifasi appointed two doctors to evaluate and report: Baton Rouge forensic psychologist Dr. Laura Brown and New Orleans clinical Psychiatrist, Dr. Sarah Deland.
The court can order a competency hearing if it has reasonable cause to believe that the defendant may presently be suffering from a mental illness or defect. Terryon’s Competency trial has been scheduled for January 28, 2026. Prosecutors have yet to share details on an alleged motive for the murder. Officials state there is no evidence that Abraham was treating Terryon at the time of his death.
Terryon is currently waiting for trial, and if convicted, will be facing life in prison.
Abby • Mar 5, 2026 at 3:35 am
Any update ??
Robert Royal • Feb 4, 2026 at 8:53 pm
This is a well-written article. My compliments to the authors. It is also the most recent article on the murder that I can find online. A few days ago, January 28, Terryon Thomas was due to appear in court. Please write a follow-up that will include the results of that recent court appearance. Thanks.
Carter Mohagen • Jan 13, 2026 at 9:01 am
I think this is very insightful about his situation; thank you for writing this!