Saw the video on my phone during lunch break. Didn't know who he was before today. Still can't stop thinking about it.
Their story
Tyrin Johnson died on November 3, 2026, in Memphis, Tennessee, in a shooting that involved a member of the National Guard. The death became national news after video footage of the shooting was released to the public, prompting widespread discussion online and coverage from national outlets. At this early stage,…
Tyrin Johnson died on November 3, 2026, in Memphis, Tennessee, in a shooting that involved a member of the National Guard. The death became national news after video footage of the shooting was released to the public, prompting widespread discussion online and coverage from national outlets.
At this early stage, verified biographical information about Tyrin Johnson, including his age, hometown, education, occupation, and family, has not been confirmed through reputable published sources. Online searches connected to his name reference places such as Memphis, Evansville, Indiana, Denver, and the University of Houston, and raise questions about whether he was armed and whether he had a prior felony record, but none of these details have yet been substantiated in reporting available to this page. This page will be updated as confirmed information becomes available.
What is known is that the shooting occurred in Memphis and involved a National Guard member, and that released video footage has become central to public discussion of the incident. The circumstances that led to the shooting, including whether Johnson was carrying a weapon, have not been independently confirmed.
The release of the footage prompted immediate reaction online, including from people searching for more information about who Tyrin Johnson was and what happened to him. As of this writing, no official cause of death has been publicly confirmed beyond the shooting itself, no funeral arrangements have been announced, and authorities have not released a full account of events.
Because this is a breaking news situation, many of the facts people are searching for, including his age, background, and whether he had a criminal record, remain unconfirmed. This page will be revised as soon as verified details from law enforcement, family, or credible news organizations become available.
Biography adapted from News reports and the sources cited on this page; death reported by FOX 26 Houston.

Same here, that footage shouldn't have to be how anyone finds out about someone.