Crime
Khayla Dawson murdered her Uber driver Jeremy Campbell and dumped his body in a field
Authorities in Colorado have arrested and charged 27-year-old Khayla Dawson, a former collegiate and Olympic trial shot put athlete, in connection with the murder of Uber driver Jeremy Campbell, 38, of Colorado Springs.
The shocking incident occurred in October 2025 and has left the local community stunned.
According to the Colorado Springs Police Department, Dawson allegedly ordered an Uber late in the evening, telling investigators she “felt cooped up” and wanted to go for a “joy ride.”
The driver assigned to pick her up was Jeremy Campbell — a 38-year-old husband and father who worked for Uber to support his family while managing limited mobility from partial paralysis.
Once inside Campbell’s vehicle, investigators say Dawson brought with her a large butcher knife from her apartment.
During the ride, she allegedly attacked Campbell from the back seat, stabbing him multiple times.
Authorities believe Campbell tried to defend himself but succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter.
Police allege that Dawson then drove Campbell’s vehicle to a nearby rural area, where she dumped his body in a field before returning to her apartment in the stolen car.
Upon arriving home, she reportedly hid Campbell’s wallet and the car’s key fob inside a box of dryer sheets, attempting to conceal evidence.
When Campbell failed to return home, his family reported him missing. His body was discovered the following day in a field on the outskirts of Colorado Springs. Detectives traced the vehicle’s GPS data and quickly identified Dawson as the last passenger he had transported.
Upon questioning, Dawson initially claimed that Campbell had attempted to assault her, stating that she acted in self-defense.
However, investigators found no evidence supporting her account. Instead, the forensic evidence and timeline of events reportedly point toward a premeditated act.
Authorities also confirmed that Dawson had no prior relationship or connection with Campbell before ordering the ride.
Khayla Dawson has been formally charged with:
- First-Degree Murder
- Aggravated Robbery
- Tampering with Physical Evidence
She remains in custody at the El Paso County Jail without bond pending her preliminary hearing.
Jeremy Campbell was a well-loved member of his community — described by friends and family as a devoted father and hardworking individual who overcame physical challenges to provide for his loved ones.
He had limited mobility due to a prior medical condition but continued to work full-time as an Uber driver to support his two young children.
The murder has sparked outrage and disbelief across Colorado Springs, with community members organizing vigils and fundraisers in memory of Campbell.
A family spokesperson shared in a statement:
“Jeremy was a kind, patient, and loving person who would have done anything for his family. His life was senselessly taken by an act of pure violence. We are devastated and praying for justice.”
The Colorado Springs Police Department and the District Attorney’s Office continue to investigate, with prosecutors indicating that the case will be pursued as a premeditated homicide.
Officials are urging the public to avoid speculation as the investigation progresses, and they have assured Campbell’s family that “every effort will be made to bring the perpetrator to justice.”
Crime
Angela Johnson and Her Son DeAngelo Johnson Killed After Shooting Inside Home in Chicago, Mother’s Boyfriend in Custody
CHICAGO — A 47-year-old mother and her 27-year-old son were fatally shot inside a residence in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side late Thursday night, September 24, 2026, according to Chicago police.
The victims were identified as Angela Johnson, 47, and DeAngelo Johnson, 27. Police said a suspect, identified as Angela Johnson’s boyfriend, was taken into custody following the shooting.
The deadly shooting happened in the 800 block of North Parkside Avenue at approximately 10:43 p.m. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots coming from the basement of the residence and called 911.
When Chicago police officers arrived, they found the two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Angela Johnson was found in the basement with a gunshot wound to her chest. Police-radio traffic indicated she had been shot on the right side of her chest.
DeAngelo Johnson was found on the first floor with multiple gunshot wounds. Radio traffic indicated that he had suffered two gunshot wounds to his back.
Both victims were initially unresponsive and in critical condition. Emergency personnel performed CPR on DeAngelo Johnson before both victims were transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
According to police-radio traffic, one victim was pronounced dead at approximately 11:18 p.m., while the male victim was pronounced dead around 11:21 p.m.
Investigators found extensive evidence inside the residence, including approximately 23 shell casings in a basement bedroom. Additional shell casings were reportedly recovered in other areas of the basement, including the stairway, main room and bedroom.
Officers initially recovered a firearm and shell casings from the basement bedroom. Police later located a second firearm inside the home, bringing the total number of recovered firearms to two.
Authorities have not publicly stated who owned the firearms or confirmed which weapon, if either, was used in the fatal shooting.
Police also reported that DeAngelo Johnson was wearing an empty holster when officers found him on the first floor. That discovery prompted an officer-safety alert as officers searched the residence for the missing firearm.
Chicago police said the shooting appeared to be domestic-related and identified the alleged offender as the mother’s boyfriend.
Radio traffic indicated that a person had been detained by approximately 11:26 p.m. The official police report later confirmed that the known offender was taken into custody.
Two witnesses were reportedly available to identify the alleged offender, and officers conducted a show-up identification procedure near the scene.
Police have not released additional information about potential charges against the suspect.
The investigation into the Chicago Austin neighborhood double shooting remains ongoing. Detectives are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the shooting, the relationship between the people involved and the role of the two recovered firearms.
The deaths of Angela Johnson and DeAngelo Johnson are being investigated as a double homicide.