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Terryon Ishmael Thomas, widely known on TikTok as “Mr. Prada” has been officially charged with second-degree murder in connection to the death of 69-year-old Baton Rouge therapist William Nicholas Abraham. The news has stunned both his online following and the local community.
Thomas, 20, was arrested in Dallas on October 1, 2024, after fleeing Louisiana in Abraham’s vehicle. He was initially charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, resisting arrest and property damage. However, the charges were later elevated after disturbing evidence emerged tying him directly to Abraham’s death.
Authorities say surveillance footage showed Abraham entering Thomas’s Baton Rouge apartment on September 28. The following day, Abraham’s body was discovered wrapped in a tarp along a remote highway in Tangipahoa Parish. Investigators later found large amounts of blood inside Thomas’s apartment, along with cleaning supplies and signs of a struggle.
Witnesses reported seeing Thomas dragging what appeared to be a body wrapped in tarp down a stairwell and loading it into a vehicle matching Abraham’s. This account was supported by footage and digital records, which played a central role in the investigation.
Second-degree murder charges in Louisiana are typically filed when a killing occurs with intent to harm or kill, but without premeditation. Officials confirmed that the evidence met that threshold, prompting the charge upgrade.
Thomas had cultivated a large following across several TikTok accounts, totaling over four million followers. Known for his flashy fashion and brash personality, he had become a recognizable figure among Gen Z internet users. However, he has remained silent since his arrest, and no official statements have been released by his legal representatives.
Investigators have not identified a clear motive for the killing. While Abraham was a licensed therapist, there is no confirmed indication that he and Thomas shared a professional or therapeutic relationship. The circumstances of their meeting remain under investigation.