On December 19, 2023, Kian Johnson, a 43-year-old resident of San Antonio, Texas, was fatally shot during a dispute with his uncle, Barry Moore. The incident occurred in the backyard of a home on Laven Drive, where a physical altercation between the two men escalated, leading Moore to shoot Johnson once in the torso. Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene by responding officers.
Barry Moore, 59, was arrested at the scene without incident and charged with first-degree felony murder.
He had called 911 to report the shooting, stating that he had shot a family member following a physical altercation. The specific details of the dispute have not been disclosed, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Kian Johnson was remembered by his family as a loving father and a man dedicated to his craft. His brother, Kennan, described him as "my Superman," highlighting his plans to rebuild a truck motor with his son over the Christmas weekend. In the wake of his passing, the family has sought support through a fundraiser to cover memorial expenses and honor his memory.
The tragic incident has left the family and community in mourning, as they grapple with the sudden loss of a beloved individual. Funeral services were held on December 26, 2023, at DW Brooks Funeral Home in San Antonio, where friends and family gathered to pay their respects and celebrate Kian's life.
