In March of 2017, the community of Vanceburg, Kentucky, was shaken by the disappearance and subsequent death of 28-year-old Justin Johnson. A resident of Vanceburg, Johnson was reported missing on Thursday, March 23, 2017. The day after his disappearance, his abandoned pick-up truck was discovered on Lower Twin Branch Road near Garrison, sparking concern among his family and local authorities.
The search for Johnson came to a tragic end on Wednesday, March 29, 2017, when his remains were
discovered on Cooper Ridge Road, situated on the Lewis/Carter county line. An investigation into his death was promptly launched by the Lewis County Sheriff's Office. It was determined that Johnson had died from a gunshot wound, confirming the case as a homicide. The heartbreaking discovery left his loved ones, including his one-year-old son, to grapple with the sudden and violent loss.
In the days that followed, the investigation led to significant developments. Two suspects, Wince L. Walters and Preston Neill Walters, were arrested in connection with the murder of Justin Johnson. The two were taken into custody and lodged in the Lewis County Detention Center. The ongoing investigation continued to pursue leads to uncover the full circumstances surrounding Johnson's death.
