Romero Lockey "Peewee" James, a 43-year-old African American male from Chattahoochee, FL, tragically lost his life on September 10, 2019. The incident occurred during an apparent domestic situation. According to reports, Romero was fatally shot by Qua'John Blue, a 19-year-old male, who fled the scene immediately after the incident. The shooting took place near the Flint Garden Apartments on Line Street, just south of Chattahoochee.
Following the incident, law enforcement agencies,
including the Chattahoochee Police Department and the Gadsden County Sheriff's Office, launched an extensive manhunt for Qua'John Blue. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement also provided crime scene and investigative support. Blue was described as a black male of medium build, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans at the time of the incident.
The search for Blue extended beyond Florida, and he was eventually captured by U.S. Marshals in New York in November 2019. Blue was charged with the murder of Romero Lockey James and was brought back to Florida to face trial. The case drew significant attention due to the nature of the crime and the subsequent interstate manhunt.
Romero Lockey James's death left a profound impact on the Chattahoochee community. His funeral services were held at Deliverance Temple Ministries, where family and friends gathered to mourn his loss and celebrate his life. The legal proceedings against Qua'John Blue are ongoing, with the community closely following the developments in the case.
