Joanne Johnson, 93, murdered in her Augusta, Kansas home, September 2023

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Hoping time will be good to the KBI and local Police where they can still capture surveillance and GPS positioning of the teens from nearly 12 months ago.

I'd love nothing more than surveillance of the the defendants whereabouts -- including being seen alone in the park-- hatching their murderous plot, just between themselves. JMO
 

8/16/24

Johnson’s neighbors remember her as being a kind and independent lady. They say they miss her waving hello when they passed her home.

On Friday though, they’re just grateful justice is finally beginning to turn its wheels.
 

8/16/24

Johnson’s neighbors remember her as being a kind and independent lady. They say they miss her waving hello when they passed her home.

On Friday though, they’re just grateful justice is finally beginning to turn its wheels.

From the quoted MSN link:

A shocking new detail is that local parents say their kids at Augusta High School witnessed the 14-year-old girls being pulled out of class, arrested, and escorted off the property.

The school released a statement saying:
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From the quoted MSN link:

A shocking new detail is that local parents say their kids at Augusta High School witnessed the 14-year-old girls being pulled out of class, arrested, and escorted off the property.

The school released a statement saying:

“Dear USD 402 families,

The district has been made aware of Augusta Public Safety Department's announcement regarding an ongoing investigation involving two Augusta minors who are part of a current law enforcement investigation. While the school district is not involved in this investigation, we will cooperate fully with law enforcement if the need arises.


News like this can be difficult, but I want to stress that the incident under investigation took place nearly one year ago, away from school. It did not take place on district property, and nobody from our school was placed in harm’s way at any time.

Because the law enforcement investigation is ongoing, the investigation involves minors, and it is not a district matter, it would be inappropriate for district staff to comment further.

If you have any concerns about how this news might affect your student, please contact your school for support. Thank you for your partnership as we work together to make our schools a safe, positive place for learning.”

Wow. I wonder why they decided to arrest the girls in school? Maybe because it would be more likely to be free of weapons?
 
This is so sad! 93, she had already lived so much life, only to have it viciously snuffed out! May she rest in eternal peace. This made me think of the murder of Anna Brackett, who in 1983 was killed by 2 teenager girls in a thrill kill. They said they did it "for fun". So sickening. I wonder if these girls will be tried as adults, if they'll flip on each other for plea deals. What kind of penalties they'll face, given their ages but also the brutality of the crime. IMOO staying silent about this vile act for so long is especially heinous, and not a juvenile offence.
 
The father of one of the girls who was arrested is speaking out. He doesn't believe his daughter was involved.

I know he wants to believe this, any parent would, but I think we can all agree that story is baloney. She's up in her room silent because she knew she took a life and she knew it wasn't going to go away.
 
Did the 2 girls live together with the father? That's what it sounds like.... that would give lots of time to talk and plot and covery story. I don't believe for 1 second that some random ax murderer made 2 girls watch and didn't harm a hair on their heads. Mmmhhhmmmm.
 
Wow. I wonder why they decided to arrest the girls in school? Maybe because it would be more likely to be free of weapons?

Reportedly, Augusta is is a very small town, population less than 10K, where one of their own was brutally attacked in her own home.

From what I can tell, there's been very little information from Police about this Sept 2023 homicide investigation, no leads, no POI, no suspect(s), leaving the people of Augusta fearful, shocked, and feeling traumatized.

IMO, arresting the suspects at school was to send a message. These school girls betrayed their community in the most vile, brutal way. Mrs. Johnson, a resident of Augusta since 1954, paid decades of taxes here, built the schools these girls enjoyed, supported the parks, and paid the salaries of police who protect them.

I also think this was intended as a huge warning to others that this kind of disrespect and brutality in Augusta won't be tolerated. A message that no matter how long, they will catch you!

More important, as minors, I believe the evidence on these two defendants being responsible is solid, and that they will most likely be charged as adults. MOO
 
Thanks. I can't imagine what would cause two 14-year-old girls to murder an old lady.

I'm wondering if this was Labor Day weekend, and this was a burglary gone wrong. Homeowner surprised them by being home.

Arresting news now cites the victim was axed to death.

 
The 'story'.....per Dad while witnessing his daughters police interview !!??

:eek:

Umm, dude. Does " You have the right to remain silent " ring any bells???

This is so bizarre.

So sorry for the Johnson family. RIP Joanne
 
This is too close to home and unbelievable. The murder was Sept 2-3 of 2023, so they could have been just 13 years old at the time. Not much information--except they were arrested--is available yet.



Here's the poster from last year. How in the world does this sort of thing happen???

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How awful. Reminds me of the case long ago in the early 1980s where 2 teen girls killed an elderly woman. Trying to recall their names…..ETA: Just saw @Vern just posted about that case above!
 

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