Fletcher Johnson IV, a 27-year-old Black / African American male, tragically lost his life on November 6, 2016, in Beckley, West Virginia. Born on January 6, 1989, in Baltimore, Maryland, Johnson was a resident of Beckley and a former student of Woodrow Wilson High School. His life was cut short by an act of gun violence, leaving behind his parents, numerous siblings, and two children.
The incident that led to Johnson's untimely death is documented as a case of gun violence.
The Beckley Police Department initiated a murder investigation on Barber Avenue in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred on the same day as Johnson's passing. Despite the investigation, there is no publicly available information regarding the specific circumstances that led to the shooting.
As of late 2025, details about any motive, suspects, or arrests in the death of Fletcher Johnson IV have not been released to the public. The case remains a poignant reminder of the impact of gun violence on communities. His family held funeral services at Heart of God Ministries, where he was remembered by a host of family and friends.
