Johnny Boy Jefferson, a 68-year-old man from Snow Hill, NC, tragically lost his life on April 10, 2018. He was shot and killed at his home on Davis Grove Church Road by his 20-year-old grandson, Myles Jefferson Duggins. The incident occurred in the evening, and Johnny was pronounced dead at the scene. His grandson, Myles, also shot and killed a 6-year-old cousin, Isiah Hill, who later died during surgery at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.
Myles Jefferson Duggins confessed to the
killings during an interview with authorities. He was reportedly attempting to take his own life when family members intervened, leading to the shooting. After the incident, Myles fled the scene in a stolen car, which was later found in Raleigh. He was arrested by the Raleigh Police Department and charged with two counts of murder. Duggins is currently being held in the Greene County Detention Center without bond.
The Greene County Sheriff's Office revealed that Duggins was facing charges of double homicide and larceny of a motor vehicle. The family of the victims issued a statement expressing their grief and urging families to have serious conversations about mental illness. The tragic event has deeply affected the Snow Hill community, with schools mobilizing support services for students and staff.
This case highlights the devastating impact of mental health issues and the importance of family intervention in such critical situations. The legal proceedings against Myles Jefferson Duggins are ongoing, and the community continues to mourn the loss of Johnny Boy Jefferson and Isiah Hill.
