On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at approximately 8 a.m., officers from the Temple Police Department discovered the body of 18-year-old Ember Henry in a residential neighborhood. Henry, a resident of Salado, Texas, was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim is the son of Bert Henry, a former mayor of Salado. The case is being investigated as a homicide.
The discovery came after a sequence of events that began the previous evening. On Tuesday, May 5, around 9 p.m., police were dispatched to the same neighborhood following reports of gunfire. Officers searched the area at that time but did not locate a crime scene or anyone in need of medical assistance. The investigation continued overnight, leading to the welfare check the following morning when Henry’s body was found.
Investigators have not identified or detained any suspects in connection with the shooting. Police have not released details regarding a possible motive or the circumstances that led to Henry’s death. The Temple Police Department has stated that the investigation remains open and active. No further information about the timeline between the initial gunfire report and the discovery of Henry’s body has been made public.
The killing has shocked residents of both Salado and Temple, particularly due to the victim’s family prominence in the region. Community members have expressed grief and disbelief over the death of the young man. Local leaders have called for answers and justice as the investigation continues. The case has drawn widespread attention across Bell County.
Authorities have urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be directed to the Temple Police Department at 254-298-5500. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-8477. Officials have emphasized that community cooperation is vital to advancing the case and identifying those responsible for Henry’s death.
The Temple Police Department continues to process evidence and interview potential witnesses. No arrests have been announced. The investigation remains active, and further updates are expected as detectives work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting of Ember Henry.