Wanted: Milwaukee Killer 'Red' in Fugitive Hunt | Milwaukee News

A deadly ambush at a Milwaukee smoke shop has turned a routine business meeting into a homicide, sparking a nationwide manhunt for James Johnson Jr., Wisconsin’s most wanted. Arriving under the guise of a deal, Johnson locked the doors, fled with duffel bags, and left behind victim Keyawn Davis—shot dead on July 22. Surveillance caught him, leading to charges of first-degree intentional homicide. With a violent past including car theft, drug crimes, and armed robbery, and known aliases like “Red,” Johnson sports a money sign tattoo near his eye and “Crime Pays” across his neck. Authorities warn he may be hiding in Milwaukee or nearby states like Texas, Georgia, or Las Vegas. Anyone with intel is urged to call the U.S. Marshals tip line. The victim’s family demands justice for a father and entrepreneur who never deserved this fate. 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/8e57200c85961bf4