On August 31, 2024, at approximately 3:52 AM, dispatch received a call about a threatening incident involving a firearm at 175 Helen St. The suspect, later identified as Willie Tyron Johnson, was reported to be chasing his roommates down the street while making threats with a firearm. Officers were quickly provided with a description of Johnson and his direction of travel, leading to his swift arrest by patrol officers. An investigation began immediately to find additional evidence.

Johnson was subleasing a room at the address where the incident occurred. Since the firearm was not found on Johnson during his initial arrest, officers applied for a risk search warrant to locate it. The judge approved the warrant based on the facts and circumstances presented. During the search of Johnson’s bedroom, officers discovered two handguns: a SCCY CPX 9mm and a Colt .32 caliber. It is important to note that Johnson is a convicted felon and prohibited from possessing firearms.

Johnson was charged with several offenses, including criminal possession of a firearm (two counts), threatening with a firearm, risk of injury to a child, and breach of peace. His bond was set at $75,000.