Demetrius Monte Johnson, a 21-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed while driving on U.S. Highway 301 in Dunn, North Carolina, on May 29, 2019. The incident occurred in the afternoon, and Harnett County deputies received a call about the shooting at approximately 3:40 p.m. Upon arriving at the scene, they found Johnson dead in his car at 4367 U.S. 301.
According to Harnett County Sheriff Wayne Coats, the shooting appeared to be an isolated incident, with a vehicle coming up from behind and shooting Johnson through the back window. Sheriff Coats expressed his concern about the recklessness of people today and the poor choices that put others at risk.
The investigation into Demetrius Monte Johnson's death led to the arrest of three suspects. Isaiah Shantrell Wilson, a 20-year-old male from Erwin, was arrested by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in a hotel room in Charlotte. Tony Junior Williams, a 29-year-old male from Erwin, and Travonta Malik Sittle, a 19-year-old male from Dunn, were arrested in Harnett County. All three suspects were charged with first-degree murder, attempted murder, and shooting into an occupied motor vehicle. Sheriff Coats mentioned that they had a pretty good idea of the suspects involved but were not comfortable releasing any names initially.
The arrests of the three suspects brought some relief to the community, but the tragic loss of Demetrius Monte Johnson left a lasting impact on his family and friends. The investigation into the shooting continued, with authorities working diligently to gather evidence and build a strong case against the suspects. The incident highlighted the dangers of reckless behavior and the importance of making responsible choices to ensure the safety of others.
