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Devin Johnson

Case from Memphis, TN dated Sep 30, 2017

Victim Details

Devin Johnson

Male

Black / African American

Memphis

TN

2017-09-30

12

Devin

Johnson

07/10/2026

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In a heartbreaking incident that shook a Memphis, Tennessee community, 12-year-old Devin Johnson, a Black male, was fatally shot in his home on September 30, 2017. The tragic event unfolded after an argument between his older sister and her boyfriend, Caterrious Williams, then 18 years old.

According to police reports, Williams became angry when Devin's sister refused to cook for him. This seemingly trivial disagreement escalated into a violent confrontation. During the altercation, Willi ...
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  • WREG.com: Suspect charged after 12-year-old shot dead in his bedroom overnight
  • Man arrested in 12-year-old's shooting death - Action News 5
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