Shayla Christine Carson, an 18-year-old from Panola, Texas, was shot and killed on July 28, 2017. The shooting occurred on a private road near County Road 334 between Panola and Bethany counties. Dalton Berry, 21, of Panola, was also fatally shot; a third victim survived.

Investigators found numerous shell casings at the scene and a witness saw three Black males leave the residence in a gray or black vehicle, possibly a Nissan. Four suspects from Bossier City, Louisiana — Mose Dandrew Smith, Marlon L. Kelly, Cordarius D. Thompson, and Cartrell Williamson — were arrested, extradited to Texas, and charged in the murders. Marlon Kelly was identified in charging documents as the shooter.

Shayla was remembered by family and friends as a talented artist and aspiring florist who took part in youth activities and church groups. Anyone with information about the case or who knew Shayla is asked to come forward.