An unprovoked and tragic incident has left family and friends mourning the loss of 37-year-old Berry Henderson, who was fatally attacked on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The incident unfolded on May 20 at around 3 p.m. as Henderson was waiting at a bus stop near Hollywood Boulevard. According to surveillance footage, what began as a dog attack quickly escalated into a deadly confrontation.
The video captures Henderson fleeing into the street while being pursued and bitten by a dog. In an effort to protect himself, Henderson drew a knife and stabbed the animal. This self-defense act triggered a violent response from four men, including the dog’s owner.
One attacker, wielding a machete, was seen both stabbing and punching Henderson during the assault. Despite the chaos, no bystanders intervened, a fact that left Henderson’s cousin, Sharon Grimes, in disbelief.
The victim’s cousin, Sharon Grimes, said she was stunned that no bystanders acted to help Henderson.
“People around weren’t doing anything,” she said. “I didn’t see anybody try to come to his rescue, with all that blood. Nobody picked up the phone.”
“That’s what makes it so shocking,” said Najee Ali, a community activist. “That someone could actually be stabbed to death, beaten and bit by a dog in broad daylight with no one helping.”
Henderson, who was critically injured, stumbled across the street while trying to escape the attackers, but the men quickly came after him again.
“He was running away,” said Demeya Brewer, the victim’s cousin. “He was down on the ground, running away and they still continued to attack him.”
Henderson, who had suffered multiple stab wounds, died from his injuries at the hospital.
Los Angeles Police Department officers responded to the scene and were able to locate and arrest three suspects. The fourth male suspect managed to escape.
On Friday night, Henderson’s family gathered at the scene for a candlelight vigil to honor Henderson, who was a student at a local trade school. Family members said he was a peaceful man who was loved by his friends and community.
“My cousin was not a threat to anyone,” Brewer said. “This was his area, his neighborhood. Business owners knew him. We need more love and peace.”
Henderson’s family believes there are witnesses who likely know where the fourth suspect is hiding. They’re asking anyone with information on the case to call the LAPD.