James Holly, a 39-year-old man from Deweyville, Texas, was tragically shot and killed on June 18, 2022. The incident occurred at a residence located in the 190 Block of County Road 4213 in Deweyville. The Newton County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call at approximately 5:20 p.m. reporting the shooting. Deputies arrived at the scene around 5:45 p.m. and found James Holly deceased with a gunshot wound.
The victim, James Holly, was identified as a 39-year-old male.
The suspected shooter, Zachary Allen Wilson, a 20-year-old male, was arrested at the scene. Wilson was charged with murder and transported to the Newton County Jail. On June 19, 2022, Wilson was arraigned for murder, and his bond was set at $75,000. He posted bond and was released the same day. The case remains active and is still under investigation by the Newton County Sheriff's Office.
The motive behind the shooting has not been disclosed, and authorities have not provided details on what led to the fatal incident. The investigation is ongoing, and further information may be released as the case progresses. The tragic death of James Holly has left the community of Deweyville in shock, as they await justice for the loss of a 39-year-old man.
