Cyan Destini Winn, 23, of Longview, Texas, died on January 16, 2022. She was born March 30, 1998, and is remembered as a cheerleader, choir member and an aspiring nurse practitioner who worked with special needs adults and people recovering from addiction. Her death deeply affected family and the local community.

Police say the incident began as a domestic dispute between Cyan and her boyfriend, 32-year-old Adrian Devon Grissom. According to reports, Cyan tried to retrieve a handgun from her purse; officers say Grissom pushed her to the ground and a struggle over the weapon followed. Investigators report the gun discharged while Grissom’s finger was inside the trigger, killing Cyan.

Grissom was arrested the day after the death and charged in connection with the killing. Cyan’s family continues to grieve; anyone who knew her or has information about the case is asked to come forward.