Sha’Dayla Ann Johnson, 23, was found unresponsive in the carport of her Melbourne, Florida home at 2827 Colbert Circle on the morning of December 20, 2022. Police say she had multiple gunshot wounds; she was taken to a hospital and died shortly afterward.

Investigators identified Carlos Jones II, Johnson’s former live-in boyfriend, as the primary suspect. Witnesses placed him at the residence around the time of the shooting, and authorities say he surrendered later that morning to the Palm Bay Police Department and confessed, admitting he shot Johnson after an argument about missed calls and texts.

Jones was indicted for first-degree murder on January 17, 2023. A jury later convicted him of second-degree murder while discharging a firearm causing death, and on December 8, 2023 Circuit Judge Steve Henderson imposed a life sentence following a contested sentencing hearing. The case underscores the deadly consequences of domestic violence and its toll on family and community.

If anyone knew Sha’Dayla or saw activity near Colbert Circle on December 20, 2022, please share information that might add to the record.