Cleophus Ray Webster, a 48-year-old male of African American ethnicity from Hearne, Texas, tragically passed away on April 17, 2022. He was fatally shot in the 300 block of North Colorado Street in Hearne. The incident occurred on Easter Sunday, and Webster was found with apparent gunshot wounds. Despite immediate medical attention and transportation to St.
Joseph’s Hospital in Bryan, he was pronounced dead on arrival.
Following the incident, the Hearne Police Department launched an investigation. On May 4, 2022, Justin Jarome Evans, a 32-year-old male, was identified as the suspect in Webster's death. Evans was arrested on May 6, 2022, and charged with murder and tampering with evidence. He was booked into the Robertson County Jail with a bond set at $515,000.
The case drew significant attention in the local community, and the investigation continued to unfold as authorities gathered evidence and testimonies. The legal proceedings against Evans were closely monitored, and the community awaited justice for Cleophus Ray Webster.
Webster's death left a profound impact on his family, friends, and the Hearne community. His funeral services were held on April 24, 2022, at All Families Mortuary's Chapel in Hearne, followed by his interment at Greater Riverside Cemetery in Hearne. The community came together to honor his memory and support his loved ones during this difficult time.
The case against Justin Jarome Evans continued to progress through the legal system, with the community hopeful for a resolution and justice for Cleophus Ray Webster.
