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Repeat Offender Arrested for Murder While on Probation

3/26/2026

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Johnnie Lillie, a 19-year-old repeat offender, is back in custody for allegedly killing Jermarkus Johnson, 29, in Houston on September 22, 2025.
Lillie was out on probation for a previous burglary when he reportedly purchased a machine gun illegally.
Despite multiple bond violations, he remained free on two bonds and faced a second vehicle burglary.
Advocacy director Andy Kahan said revoking probation could have prevented Johnson's death.

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Johnnie Lillie, a 19-year-old repeat offender, is back in custody for allegedly killing Jermarkus Johnson, 29, in Houston on September 22, 2025.
Lillie was out on probation for a previous burglary when he reportedly purchased a machine gun illegally.
Despite multiple bond violations, he remained free on two bonds and faced a second vehicle burglary.
Advocacy director Andy Kahan said revoking probation could have prevented Johnson's death.