Johnny Dakota Edwards, a 25-year-old male from Danbury, NC, tragically passed away on April 14, 2021. Born on August 10, 1995, in Forsyth County, NC, he was the son of Tabitha A. Edwards Mabe. Johnny, affectionately known as "Cody," was a fun-loving young man who enjoyed outdoor activities such as fishing, tubing, and riding four-wheelers. He was known for his big heart and infectious laugh, which endeared him to his family and friends.
On the night of his death, Johnny Dakota Edwards
was found with gunshot wounds in the Westfield living community on Lynchburg Road in Stokes County. Despite life-saving measures performed by responding deputies, Edwards succumbed to his injuries. The Stokes County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into the shooting, which led to the arrest of Matthew Culler, a resident of the same community. Culler was charged with possession of a firearm by a felon, and additional charges were pending upon the completion of the investigation.
The investigation into Johnny Dakota Edwards' death is ongoing, with the Stokes County Sheriff's Office's Criminal Investigations Unit taking responsibility for the case. The authorities continue to gather evidence and pursue leads to bring justice for Edwards and his family.
