On August 5, 2024, 22-year-old Keianna Nicole Hines of Bryan, Texas, was fatally shot during an altercation. The incident occurred in the 700 block of Dansby Street, where officers found Hines with a gunshot wound; she was transported to CHI St. Joseph Hospital ER, where she later died.
The suspect, identified as 22-year-old Dequajna Johnson, turned herself in to the Bryan Police Department on August 7, 2024.
Witnesses and surveillance footage indicated that the shooting stemmed from an ongoing dispute between Hines and Johnson over a man with whom both had previous relationships. On the night of the incident, after a verbal confrontation, Johnson, seated in a car, allegedly shot Hines, who had approached the vehicle. Johnson claimed she believed the firearm's safety was engaged and was unaware it was loaded.
Initially charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, Johnson faced an additional murder charge as the investigation progressed. Her bonds totaled $550,000, covering the murder charge and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Notably, Johnson was also awaiting trial for a separate 2023 incident involving a firearm.
In the wake of Hines's death, her family and friends mourned her passing. A GoFundMe campaign was established to assist with funeral expenses, reflecting the community's support during this tragic time.
The case highlighted the dangers of escalating personal disputes and the tragic consequences that can ensue when firearms are involved. As the legal process continued, the community of Bryan remained attentive to the proceedings, seeking justice for Keianna Hines.
