John Morgan, a 59-year-old man from Kaufman, Texas, tragically lost his life on March 22, 2016. He was employed at a Walmart store in Kaufman when he was fatally shot by Donald Coleman, a 55-year-old man who had an ongoing feud with him. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. in the outdoor living department of the store. Coleman then turned the gun on himself, but he survived and was taken to a local hospital by helicopter.
The Kaufman Police Department investigated the case as an
attempted murder-suicide, given the past history of altercations between the two men. The store was placed on lockdown for part of the day, and employees who witnessed the attack were visibly shaken. Walmart issued a statement expressing deep sadness over the tragic situation and offered assistance to law enforcement.
No other individuals were harmed during the incident, but the store and nearby businesses were affected by the lockdown and heavy police presence. The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Department also assisted in the investigation. The case highlighted the devastating impact of unresolved disputes and the importance of conflict resolution.
John Morgan was known as "Big John Sweet" to his family and friends. He was a loving family man, passionate about cutting horses, and was well-loved by those who knew him. He is survived by his wife Sandy Morgan, daughter Shanna Constantine, son Jonathan Morgan, and several grandchildren.
The incident left a lasting impact on the community, and the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting and attempted suicide continued to unfold in the following days.
