In the early morning hours of September 22, 2019, the life of 32-year-old Justin Trendtal Mitchell was tragically cut short in his hometown of Altus, Oklahoma. A Black male known affectionately by his nicknames 'Cabbage Patch' and 'Stunna Stack'z,' Justin was discovered shot to death on a walkway at the Apple Creek Apartments. The Altus Police Department responded to the scene shortly after 4:30 a.m.
and initiated a homicide investigation.
Justin, born on September 17, 1987, was a 2006 graduate of Altus High School and had attended Western Oklahoma State College. He was a father who cherished spending time with his children. His diverse work history included positions as a maintenance technician, sales associate, and manager, with his most recent employment at Plantation Village and Bar-S Foods. He also had a passion for music and was known for performing his own rap lyrics.
The investigation into Justin's death quickly led to the identification of a suspect. Shaquille Traylor, who was 26 years old at the time, was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting. Traylor was subsequently charged with first-degree murder and was held at the Jackson County Jail.
