Authorities have confirmed a heartbreaking case of domestic violence that claimed the life of 69-year-old Rosemary Johnson, whose body was discovered inside her Jacaranda Parkway W residence on Tuesday afternoon. Family members made the grim discovery after noticing bloody footprints inside the home, leading police to search further. Hidden under a blanket, Rosemary was found with multiple stab
wounds to the head and neck, a shocking scene that has left her loved ones reeling.Investigators quickly identified her son, 28-year-old Devin Johnson, as the prime suspect. According to police, he fled the scene in a Toyota Corolla, triggering a pursuit that stretched across county lines. Officers say Johnson resisted arrest aggressively when confronted, even striking a police K-9 before being subdued.
He now faces an array of serious charges, including second-degree murder, resisting arrest, and harming a law enforcement animal.Family members have since spoken out, sharing that Rosemary’s relationship with her son had long been troubled. Devin Johnson reportedly had a documented history of violence toward his mother, including prior arrests for assault.
Authorities believe this pattern of escalating aggression culminated in the fatal stabbing, leaving Rosemary’s family devastated and struggling to comprehend the loss of a woman remembered for her kindness and resilience.Neighbors and friends describe Rosemary as a caring figure who touched many lives in her community. Her tragic death underscores the dangers of
domestic violence and the importance of early intervention when warning signs appear.As the investigation continues, law enforcement and community leaders have expressed condolences to the Johnson family, urging the public to keep them in their thoughts during this painful time. Rosemary Johnson’s life, though cut short in the most violent way, will be remembered for her warmth, compassion, and enduring strength.
