Tyrin Johnson Shot by National Guard | Roanoke News

A Tennessee National Guard shooting has ignited national outcry as the family of 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson demands answers and video footage. Killed in Memphis early Sunday, Tyrin was reportedly running away when guards—part of a federal crime-fighting patrol—claimed he turned toward them with a gun. His grandfather, Evaniel Johnson, fiercely questions the narrative, insisting his grandson was no criminal and calling for transparency. The TBI is investigating, confirming two shots to the chest, while lawmakers push for immediate release of footage and even call for the federal task force’s disbandment. This tragedy adds to a troubling pattern: at least three other deaths linked to this same unit. Tyrin, a college student with no major criminal record beyond traffic tickets, is mourned as a bright future cut short. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dfd9c5babe2b9768