In the quiet community of Chickasaw, Alabama, a grim discovery was made that would unravel a story of violence and bring grief to a local family. The body of 18-year-old Evangelo Johnson was found in a ditch off Iroquois Street on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Investigators believe he had been killed the day before, on Monday, March 25, 2024. An investigation revealed that the young man had been shot multiple times.
At the time he was found, Johnson was wearing a mask.
The Mobile County Sheriff's Office launched a homicide investigation into the death of the male teenager. Their efforts led to the identification of two suspects. Within a week of the discovery of Johnson's body, authorities announced the arrests of a 17-year-old and another individual, Joseph Antonio Robinson Jr.
Due to Alabama law protecting the identities of juveniles charged with crimes, the name of the 17-year-old suspect was not publicly released. This suspect faces serious charges of murder and first-degree robbery. Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch expressed frustration with the law, stating that it hindered the investigation by preventing them from publicly identifying the person they were looking for, which could have generated tips from the community.
The second suspect, Joseph Antonio Robinson Jr., was arrested and charged with receiving stolen property in connection with the case. A judge set his bond at $30,000 for that charge. Authorities have indicated that Robinson could face additional charges as the investigation continues to unfold. The case remains a developing story as the legal process for both individuals proceeds.
