Jerrionn Burleson, a 27-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on January 9, 2021, in Round Rock, Texas. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning along the 1600 block of Peachtree Valley Drive. Officers from the Round Rock Police Department responded to reports of gunshots and found Burleson already deceased at the scene.
The investigation revealed that Burleson and the suspect, Gage Johnston, a 28-year-old male, were both residents of Austin and knew each other prior to the incident.
Gage Johnston was arrested on January 19, 2021, and charged with capital murder in connection with the shooting death of Jerrionn Burleson. The arrest was made following a thorough investigation by the Round Rock Police Department, which included gathering tips from the public. Johnston's bond was set at $1 million. The police believe that the shooting was a targeted attack, as both men were acquainted with each other. The motive behind the shooting, however, remains unclear.
The case against Gage Johnston proceeded through the legal system, with the capital murder charge carrying severe penalties. The Round Rock Police Department continued to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, seeking to uncover any additional details that could shed light on the motive and events leading up to the tragic incident. The community of Round Rock was left in shock and mourning over the loss of Jerrionn Burleson, as they awaited justice to be served in the case.
