Family Devastated as One Killer Sentenced in Pregnant Woman's Murder

Kerisha Johnson's family says they will never recover from losing her and her unborn daughter.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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During the sentencing of one of the killers of Kerisha Johnson, a 36-year-old pregnant woman who was shot and killed in 2023, her family members expressed their ongoing grief and said they will never get over the loss of Kerisha and her unborn daughter My'Kenzia. The killer, Torey Campbell, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for manslaughter and first-degree feticide.

Why it matters

This case highlights the devastating impact of gun violence on families, especially when a pregnant woman is killed. Kerisha Johnson's family members described the profound and lasting trauma they have experienced, underscoring the need for stronger measures to prevent such tragedies and support victims' loved ones.

The details

Torey Campbell, 21, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and first-degree feticide during jury selection for what would have been his trial on second-degree murder and first-degree feticide charges. Campbell was one of five men arrested in the April 2023 killing of Kerisha Johnson and her unborn daughter. Johnson was picking up one of her older daughters at an Easter party when her car, which resembled one that had fired a shot in the air earlier that night, was fired upon by multiple gunmen.

  • Kerisha Johnson was killed on April 16, 2023.
  • Torey Campbell pleaded guilty and was sentenced on February 28, 2026.

The players

Torey Campbell

A 21-year-old man who pleaded guilty to manslaughter and first-degree feticide in the killing of Kerisha Johnson and her unborn daughter.

Kerisha Johnson

A 36-year-old pregnant woman who was killed in April 2023 when her car was fired upon by multiple gunmen.

My'Kenzia Noel Gekira Johnson

Kerisha Johnson's unborn daughter who was also killed in the shooting.

Kevin Johnson

Kerisha Johnson's father, who told the court that his family will never recover from losing her and her unborn daughter.

Shalonda Guy

Kerisha Johnson's god sister, who said she has never been the same since the day of the tragedy.

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What they’re saying

“This is just pulling off the scab again.”

— Kevin Johnson, Kerisha Johnson's father (unfilteredwithkiran.com)

“I've never been the same since that day. I'm a shell.”

— Shalonda Guy, Kerisha Johnson's god sister (unfilteredwithkiran.com)

“I hope karma catches up to each and every one of them. Their actions shattered my family.”

— Tanisha Johnson, Kerisha Johnson's sister (unfilteredwithkiran.com)

“I've been so lost and broken having to deal with this.”

— Kyannia Johnson, Kerisha Johnson's oldest daughter (unfilteredwithkiran.com)

What’s next

Derrick Dewayne Curry, the only remaining suspect in the killing, is set to go on trial in May.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the devastating impact of gun violence on families, especially when a pregnant woman is killed. It highlights the need for stronger measures to prevent such tragedies and provide better support for victims' loved ones as they grapple with unimaginable loss.