In a tragic culmination of events linked to a marijuana theft, three individuals have been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Xavier Johnson in Flint Township. The incident, which unfolded on November 12th, 2023, highlights the escalating violence that stemmed from a dispute over stolen cannabis.
Michael Allen Saylor, a 17-year-old, has been charged with multiple felonies, including the shooting death of 19-year-old Xavier Johnson. Saylor faces serious charges such as first-degree premeditated murder, assault with intent to murder, aggravated stalking, discharging a firearm at a building, and five counts of felony firearm. He is being held without bail.
The conflict that led to this violent encounter reportedly began with the theft of marijuana from Saylor's mother's home. This theft ignited a series of threats and retaliatory actions between Saylor and Johnson, as well as their associates.
Tony Joseph Mireles II, 19, another suspect in the case, faces eight felony counts. These include discharging a firearm from a vehicle, conspiracy to discharge a firearm from a vehicle, three counts of felony firearm, two counts of discharging a firearm at a building, and aggravated stalking. Mireles remains in custody with a $40,000 cash/surety bond.
The third individual charged, Alex Alton Mills, 19, faces a single count of carrying a concealed weapon. Mills was released on a $10,000 cash/surety bond, as per court records.
The tragic shooting incident occurred in the 3300 block of West Dayton Street near Lavelle Road and Pasadena Avenue. According to the police, the incident began with shots being fired from a vehicle driven by Johnson. Saylor, allegedly inside the targeted house, retaliated by firing back at the vehicle, ultimately striking Johnson.
Despite being critically injured, Johnson managed to drive about a mile to a residence in the 3300 block of Bertha Avenue in Mt. Morris Township. He succumbed to his injuries shortly after.
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