Man Found Guilty in 2023 Toulminville Shooting Death

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Carman Johnson has been found guilty of murder in the 2023 shooting death of Lamount Fagan in the Toulminville neighborhood of Mobile, Alabama. Fagan's body was discovered inside a car, having been shot in the head. This was Johnson's second trial, as his initial trial in September 2025 ended in a hung jury.

Why it matters

The conviction of Carman Johnson brings some closure to the Fagan family and the Toulminville community, which has grappled with gun violence and unsolved homicides in recent years. The case also highlights the challenges prosecutors face in securing convictions, even with strong evidence, when juries are unable to reach a unanimous verdict.

The details

Authorities say Carman Johnson shot and killed Lamount Fagan in December 2023, leaving Fagan's body inside a car in the Toulminville area of Mobile. Johnson's first trial in September 2025 ended with a hung jury, but prosecutors decided to retry the case, ultimately securing a murder conviction against him. Johnson's brother, Cameron Johnson, also faces a separate murder charge related to the incident.

• Lamount Fagan's body was found inside a car in Toulminville in December 2023.
• Carman Johnson's first trial ended in a hung jury in September 2025.
• Carman Johnson was found guilty of murder in January 2026.

What’s next

Carman Johnson will be sentenced for his murder conviction at a later date. His brother, Cameron Johnson, still faces trial for his alleged role in the 2023 killing.