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Timothy Dewayne Johnson

Death by Force
Case Description
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Timothy Dewayne Johnson, a 52-year-old man from Decatur, Tennessee, tragically lost his life on September 16, 2015. His death was the result of a violent confrontation with his nephew, Larry Eugene Johnson Jr., which took place at Larry's mobile home in Meigs County. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, around 2 a.m., and was reportedly sparked by an argument over a prized pet fighting rooster named "Bubba".

According to authorities, Timothy Johnson had confronted his ...Read More
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  • Columbia Daily Herald: One killed in gunbattle over stolen fighting gamecock
  • Man killed in gun battle with nephew over stolen fighting rooster
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    Victim Details

    Timothy Dewayne Johnson

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Decatur

    TN

    2015-09-16

    52

    Timothy

    Dewayne Johnson

    11/16/2025

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