On the evening of May 26, 1999, 24-year-old James Oneal Johnson, a Black man, was among friends gathered outside in the 1100 block of 26th Street in Denver. The group was socializing with music and drinks when gunshots rang out. Johnson was struck, taken to a nearby hospital, and later died from his injuries; his death was ruled a homicide.

The Denver Police Department opened an investigation, but the case remains unsolved. No specific suspects have been publicly identified and no arrests have been announced. The investigation is still active and authorities continue to seek tips that could lead to a break in the case.

If anyone was in that area on May 26, 1999, or has information about the shooting, please share what you know with the Denver Police Department.