Donavan S. Lajaune Stephney, a 30-year-old African American male from Frisco, Texas, tragically lost his life on December 22, 2021. He was found in the parking garage of the Lucia Apartments on Grand Gate Way, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Despite immediate medical attention, Donavan was pronounced dead at the scene.
Frisco police quickly identified and arrested Kenarri Johnson, a 31-year-old resident of Frisco, who was found at the scene.
Johnson was charged with first-degree murder and held on a $250,000 bond. Investigators revealed that Johnson and Stephney knew each other prior to the incident, although the motive behind the murder has not been publicly disclosed.
The loss of Donavan has deeply affected his family and friends. His mother, Tamara Stephney, has publicly expressed her grief and the impact of this senseless act on their lives. In honor of Donavan, the family has initiated efforts to donate Christmas gifts to children who have lost a parent to gun violence.
The case remains under investigation, and the community continues to seek justice for Donavan S. Lajaune Stephney.
