Keileon Johnson, a 21-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on May 23, 2019, in DeBerry, Texas. The incident occurred on County Road 3151, where an argument escalated into a fatal shooting. According to reports, Keileon Johnson was shot during the altercation, and the shooter remained at the scene with what appeared to be a rifle. Despite efforts to transport him to the hospital, Johnson succumbed to his injuries.
The Panola County Sheriff's Office received multiple 911 calls around 5 p.m. on the day of the incident, reporting the shooting. As deputies were en route to the scene, they were informed that the victim was being taken to the hospital in a private vehicle. However, the driver flagged down an Inter-Community firefighter vehicle along the way, but despite their efforts, Johnson died at the scene. A second victim, who sustained a gunshot wound to the hand, was also found and taken to a local hospital for treatment.
Tramaine Eugene Butler, a 20-year-old African American male from DeBerry, was arrested in connection with the death of Keileon Johnson. Butler was charged with murder and taken into custody by Panola County Sheriff's Office Deputy Investigator Sergeant Jeff Ivy. The investigation revealed that the shooting occurred during an argument, and Butler was still at the location when deputies arrived. Johnson's body was subsequently taken to Dallas for an autopsy.
The case against Tramaine Eugene Butler is ongoing, with authorities continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The tragic death of Keileon Johnson has left the community in mourning, as they seek justice for the young man's untimely demise.
