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Huntington Mourns Beloved Coach, City Worker Slain
21 Feb
Summary
- A triple shooting in Huntington, West Virginia, left two men dead.
- Victims identified as a beloved basketball coach and a city worker.
- Authorities are actively seeking information to apprehend those responsible.
Two men were killed and a third injured in a triple shooting that occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Friday in Huntington, West Virginia. The victims were discovered in a parking lot on 14th Street. One was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital.
The deceased have been identified as 39-year-old Derious Johnson and 26-year-old Adrian Phillips. Johnson was a cherished middle school basketball coach at St. Joseph Catholic School, described as a mentor who invested deeply in young people. Phillips was employed by Huntington's Public Works Department in the Street Division, known for his professionalism and pride in serving the community.
Mayor Patrick J. Farrell expressed the community's profound grief, stating that the loss of Phillips and Johnson, who were brothers, has devastated a family and shaken Huntington. He condemned the violence, assuring residents that law enforcement is fully engaged and committed to apprehending those responsible.
The Huntington Police Department is actively investigating the incident and has requested public assistance. Anyone with information is urged to contact the department at 304-696-4444. The condition of the third unidentified victim has not been released.
