Devin DeJe’an Newson, a 20-year-old man from Longview, Texas, was shot and killed on May 23, 2016, during what the account describes as an aggravated robbery that went wrong. The shooting occurred after a late-night drug deal outside a Food Fast convenience store in the 3300 block of South Eastman Road. Devin had arranged to meet Kambresha Williams, Kentrell Smith, and Brenndrick Lilly, who intended to steal drugs and money from him.

A struggle erupted and Devin was shot as he tried to drive away; his vehicle then crashed into a nearby building and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Court outcomes reported include guilty pleas and prison terms for Williams and Lilly, and a deferred adjudication for Smith.

Any readers who knew Devin or witnessed the events that night are asked to come forward with information.