Louisiana TikTok sensation Terryon, Known to his 8 million followers as “Mr. Prada,” has found himself right in the middle of a legal firestorm. He is facing indictment on first-degree murder charges. The indictment, unsealed on January 16, 2025, brought somber gloom onto a flashy, fashion-forward personality that made him a social media sensation.
The charges are in connection with the death of 69-year-old therapist William Abraham, whose body was found in a gruesome scene that has left a community shaken and a fanbase reeling.
In September 2024, the body of William Abraham was found wrapped in a tarp beside a highway in Tangipahoa Parish; investigators described his killing as brutal and violent. Further investigations via autopsy revealed that the death resulted from blunt force injuries, meaning there was some physical confrontation that ended in death. This astonishing discovery sent ripples through the area, already troubled with thoughts about the heinous nature of this crime.
According to eyewitnesses, the TikTok celebrity struggled with moving a blue tarp. That is indeed where Abraham’s dead body was hidden. Later searches in Thomas’ apartment showed other disturbing findings, such as sharp objects, weapons, and what the police called a lot of blood.
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Gerald Sticker said it was “a very physical, very violent death,” as the coroner’s report indeed said Abraham died of blunt force trauma to the head, neck, and shoulders.
The body was found wrapped in the tarp and dumped along a highway in Tangipahoa Parish. Authorities say Thomas was arrested in Dallas, Texas, where he was allegedly trying to flee the scene in Abraham’s car.
Initially charged with second-degree murder, the gravity of the evidence soon elevated the charges to first-degree murder. If convicted, Thomas could face the death penalty, a stark contrast to the glitzy world of TikTok fame he once inhabited.
Thomas’ attorney, Jarrett Ambeau, expressed disbelief over the incident, stating,
“I’m absolutely devastated and completely surprised that something like this could have happened to a man who I believed to be so tender, so gentle, and have such a servant’s heart.”
Ambeau’s words highlight the shock many feel at the drastic contrast between Thomas’ public persona and the events now unfolding.
Before his arrest, Thomas had become a household name in the digital fashion scene. His TikTok handle, “Mr. Prada,” was synonymous with cutting-edge style and an effervescent personality. But in the months leading up to the incident, fans noticed a shift in his demeanor.
His vibrant, high-energy posts gave way to somber, cryptic messages about loneliness, accompanied by a dramatic change in his appearance—shaving his head and eyebrows, signaling an internal struggle that remained largely unexplained.
The motive behind Abraham’s murder remains a baffling mystery. Investigators have yet to uncover any clear link between Thomas and Abraham, adding to the intrigue surrounding the case. Abraham’s history, including previous allegations of misconduct that were dismissed, adds another layer of complexity, though no connection to the current case has been established. This lack of clarity has only fueled rampant speculation among both the public and legal analysts.
The internet has been ablaze since the news broke. “Mr. Prada’s” fans are grappling with the stark contrast between the charismatic influencer they adored and the severe charges he now faces.
TikTok and Twitter have become hotbeds for theories and discussions, with users dissecting every known detail, from Thomas’s recent behavior to potential motives. Many followers have morphed into amateur detectives, scrutinizing his past posts for any clues that might shed light on his sudden descent from fashion icon to accused murderer.
Videos analyzing the case have gone viral, pulling in millions of views and igniting a digital frenzy around Thomas’s legal woes. The shift from a celebrated online persona to a criminal defendant has become a cautionary tale about the unpredictable and often harsh realities of internet fame.
As the case heads to trial, the courtroom will become the focal point for a captivated public. Every piece of evidence will be dissected, not just by legal experts but by the millions who once followed Thomas for his style tips and now track his case with morbid curiosity.
The transformation of “Mr. Prada” from a TikTok darling to a murder suspect underscores the unpredictable twists life can take, and the heavy price of fame in the digital age.
