In a tragic turn of events on June 23, 2019, Justin Johnson, a 32-year-old African American man, was shot and killed in Lafayette, Louisiana. The fatal incident unfolded on Township Lane, where another individual was also injured in the shooting. The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office responded to the scene and confirmed Johnson's death.
The investigation into the homicide led to the swift arrest of a suspect.
Keyon Lampkin, a 47-year-old male, was taken into custody and subsequently charged with second-degree murder in connection with Justin Johnson's death.
Following his arrest, the legal process against Keyon Lampkin moved forward. A grand jury later indicted him for the murder of Justin Johnson, marking a significant development in the case and the pursuit of justice for Johnson and his family.