On October 5, 2023, a tragic incident unfolded in Lewisville, Texas, resulting in the death of 15-year-old Lamarcus Dewayne Winn. Around 2 p.m., Winn and 19-year-old Jesstun Markee Conner arrived in a black Porsche Macan SUV at a parking lot in the 200 block of East Round Grove Road, intending to purchase marijuana. Shortly thereafter, a group of men arrived in a Chrysler vehicle, leading to an exchange of gunfire between the occupants of both vehicles.
During the shootout, Conner was shot in the hand. As he attempted to re-enter the Porsche, he collided with Winn, who was ducking behind a backseat door. This collision caused Conner's firearm to discharge, fatally striking Winn in the chest. Conner then placed Winn into the vehicle and fled the scene, eventually calling 911 from a nearby apartment complex to report the incident.
Following an investigation, Lewisville Police arrested Conner on October 7, charging him with manslaughter, as the shooting appeared to be accidental. He was booked into the Denton County Jail with bond set at $150,000. Authorities continue to search for the individuals in the Chrysler vehicle who fled the scene and remain unidentified.
The incident has raised concerns within the Lewisville community, highlighting the dangers associated with illicit activities and firearms. Police have emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public, as the individuals involved were acquaintances, and the altercation was not random.
As the investigation continues, authorities urge anyone with information regarding the individuals in the Chrysler vehicle to come forward. The tragic death of Lamarcus Dewayne Winn serves as a somber reminder of the potential consequences of violence and the importance of community vigilance in preventing such incidents.
