Kionn Oniel Lamothe, a 25-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on December 31, 2016, in Houston, Texas. Kionn was born on August 8, 1991, in Brooklyn, New York, and later moved to Houston with his family. He was a star athlete at Dekaney High School and had a passion for music, which he was actively pursuing at the time of his death.
Kionn was known for his outgoing personality and his ability to make friends easily.
On the night of December 31, 2016, Kionn Lamothe was at the Life Night Club located at 3704 Fannin Street in Houston. Several physical altercations broke out inside the club, which eventually spilled outside into the street. During these altercations, shots were fired, and Kionn, along with three other individuals, was struck by gunfire. Kionn was transported to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The other victims, Marvin Ray Hart Jr., 30, Herbert Lee Briscoe, 28, and Tristian Mouton, 28, were also taken to hospitals for treatment.
The investigation into the shooting revealed that the altercations inside the club led to the deadly confrontation outside. Initially, there were no known suspects in the case. However, further investigation identified Herbert Lee Briscoe, a 28-year-old African American male, as a suspect. Briscoe was arrested and charged with murder in connection with Kionn Lamothe's death. He was accused of killing Kionn and injuring the other victims during the incident. Briscoe was held on a $50,000 bail.
The tragic death of Kionn Lamothe left a lasting impact on his family, friends, and the community. His mother, Bernadette Simon, and his stepfather, Emon Simon, along with his siblings and extended family, mourned the loss of a young man who had a bright future ahead of him. Kionn's death serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of violence and the importance of seeking justice for victims and their families.
