Montgomery County Sheriffs Office investigates shooting in Willis

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office investigates a shooting that occurred on June 22, 2025, at approximately 6:15 PM on Laurie Lane in Willis, Texas. The incident left 39-year-old Artis Antonio Mathis deceased at the scene, despite life-saving measures administered by officers and paramedics. The other individual involved, 54-year-old Derrick Lamont Bradford, is currently uncharged, as the District Attorney’s Office prepares to present the case to a grand jury. Detectives from the Sheriff’s Office, along with Crime Scene Investigators and the District Attorney’s Office, are working collaboratively on the case. Authorities have stated that there is no threat to the public, and Bradford is cooperating with detectives.

The investigation remains active, and officials have not released further details about the individuals involved. Community members with information are urged to reach out to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence in the region.