Javone Montre Polumalu Hodges, a 19-year-old African American male from Austin, Texas, tragically lost his life on June 20, 2021. Hodges was fatally shot at a birthday party in South Austin just after midnight. The incident occurred after Hodges and Coolidge Humphries, also 19 years old, had a brief argument over unidentified females. Witnesses reported that Humphries fired multiple shots at Hodges, ultimately leading to his death.
Another young man was also injured in the shooting but survived.
Following the incident, the Lone Star Fugitive Task Force arrested Humphries on June 25, 2021, in Round Rock, Texas. Humphries was charged with murder, a first-degree felony, and his bond was set at $100,000. During the investigation, witnesses provided crucial information, including a screenshot of Humphries' Facebook profile, which helped authorities identify and locate him.
The loss of Javone Montre Hodges was deeply felt by his family, friends, and community. Hodges was known for his kind-hearted nature and his promising future as a student-athlete. He had recently graduated from Northeast Early College High School and was set to attend Mesabi Range Junior College on a football scholarship. His mother, Keesha Hodges, described him as a loving big brother and a mature young man who was destined for success.
The tragic event highlighted the issue of senseless violence and its impact on families and communities. Javone Montre Hodges' legacy lives on through the memories of those who knew him and the positive impact he had on his peers and community.
