On the late afternoon of February 16, 2021, gunfire was reported on Green Street near South Lamar Street in Abbeville, Louisiana. Responding officers found a 32-year-old man, Brandon Johnson of Abbeville, with at least one gunshot wound; he later died of his injuries.

Investigators identified a suspect, Justin Williams of Abbeville. Records show Williams was already incarcerated on unrelated weapons charges and probation violations by the time an arrest warrant for Johnson’s killing was secured. Williams was charged with second-degree murder, possession of a firearm by a person convicted of certain felonies, and illegal use of weapons. The Abbeville Police Department said it was still investigating and that additional arrests were possible, and urged anyone with information to come forward.

If anyone knew Brandon or has information about what happened that afternoon, please share what you know with the authorities.