On October 3, 2024, 29-year-old Kinte Johnson was fatally shot in Fort Worth, Texas. The incident occurred as Johnson and 23-year-old De’Kiah Montgomery were leaving a block party they had attended. As they departed, both men sustained gunshot wounds. Despite their injuries, they managed to leave the scene in a vehicle but soon crashed near U.S. 287 and Mitchell Boulevard. Johnson, who had been shot in the torso, was found deceased in the vehicle on Wesleyan Drive South.
Montgomery was transported to John Peter Smith Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries on October 13, 2024.
The Fort Worth Police Department launched an investigation into the shootings of Johnson and Montgomery. As of November 9, 2024, no arrests had been announced in connection with the case. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled both deaths as homicides. Authorities have not publicly identified any suspects or persons of interest, and the motive behind the shootings remains unclear. The investigation is ongoing, with detectives seeking information from the public to aid in solving the case.
The deaths of Johnson and Montgomery have had a profound impact on their families and the local community. Montgomery, described by his sister as a "gentle giant" with a big heart, was known for his close relationship with his twin nieces and his commitment to family. Johnson was remembered as a business owner who managed multiple companies, including K&S Lawn Service, Kinte&Kei’Erica Kennel, and K&S Pressure Washing Services. The loss of both men has left their loved ones seeking justice and closure as they navigate the aftermath of this tragic event.
