Stoney Chase Conley, a 32-year-old lineman from Athens, Texas, died on July 15, 2021. He was born June 4, 1989, and is survived by his father, Brad Conley, and his sons Chase Michael Conley and Stoney Chase Conley, Jr. He enjoyed fishing and riding ATVs and was described as a beloved member of his community and family.

Smalley ran into the house, retrieved a .22 caliber firearm and fired several rounds toward what he believed was an intruder; he later realized he had shot Conley. The weapon was recovered in a wooded area next to the property and Smalley was arrested and charged with murder; additional charges were possible as the investigation continued.

Did anyone in the Athens area know Conley or have information about that property on Oakridge Road?