Louisiana TikTok star Terryon Thomas, better known to his 8 million followers as “Mr. Prada,” now finds himself at the center of a legal firestorm, indicted on first-degree murder charges. The indictment, unveiled on January 16, 2025, casts a dark shadow over the flashy, fashion-forward persona that made him a social media sensation.
The charges stem from the tragic death of 69-year-old therapist William Abraham, whose body was discovered in a gruesome scene that has left a community shaken and a fanbase reeling.
Back in September 2024, the lifeless body of William Abraham was found along a highway in Tangipahoa Parish, wrapped in a tarp in what authorities describe as a brutal and violent crime. An autopsy later confirmed blunt force trauma as the cause of death, suggesting a physical altercation that ended in tragedy. The shocking discovery rocked the local community, already grappling with the heinous nature of the crime.
Witnesses claim to have seen the TikTok star struggling to move a blue tarp, which was later confirmed to be hiding Abraham’s lifeless body. A subsequent search of Thomas’ apartment revealed disturbing findings, including sharp objects, weapons, and what authorities described as a significant amount of blood.
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Gerald Sticker has called the crime “a very physical, very violent death,” adding that the coroner’s report revealed Abraham died from blunt force trauma to the head, neck, and shoulders.
The body was discovered wrapped in the tarp and discarded along a highway in Tangipahoa Parish. Authorities say Thomas was arrested in Dallas, Texas, where he was allegedly attempting 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.
