Bernadette Johnson, 42, Fatally Shot by Kenneth William Greene in SUV Near Prospect Avenue; Community Mourns Loss
The community of Helena is reeling in shock and grief following the tragic loss of Bernadette Johnson, a 42-year-old woman who was fatally shot by Kenneth William Greene in her SUV near Prospect Avenue. Johnson died from a gunshot wound to the chest, and her passing has left a profound impact on those who knew her.
According to Lewis and Clark County Sheriff and Coroner Leo Dutton, the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on June 21 near Prospect Avenue and North Washington Street. Johnson was transported to St. Peter’s Health, where she was pronounced dead at 10:02 p.m. Greene, a Helena man, has been charged with deliberate homicide following the fatal shooting.
During a hearing in Lewis and Clark Justice Court on Monday, a judge set a $750,000 bond for Greene. Court documents reveal that police were dispatched to the scene on Friday evening after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers found Johnson in the driver’s seat of her SUV with a gunshot wound to her chest. Despite officers’ and firefighters’ attempts at lifesaving measures, Johnson was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Prosecutors stated that witnesses reported seeing a man matching Greene’s description pull his car in front of the victim’s vehicle, exit his car, and then fire into her SUV before fleeing the scene. Police identified the vehicle Greene was driving as being registered to both the suspect and the victim. Greene was taken into custody early Saturday morning at Morrison Park, north of Walmart, where police also recovered a handgun.
Court records indicate that Greene and Johnson had previously been in a relationship and that Greene had allegedly talked about harming her. During Monday’s court session, prosecutors informed the Justice of the Peace that Greene has a lengthy criminal history, including six violent felony convictions. If convicted, Greene faces a minimum sentence of 10 years in prison, with the potential for a life sentence.
The community is rallying around Johnson’s loved ones, offering support and condolences during this difficult time. Johnson’s passing is a tragic reminder of the importance of cherishing every moment and the devastating consequences of violence. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her, and her legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched.
The investigation into the fatal shooting is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The community is waiting with bated breath for the results of the investigation, and Johnson’s loved ones are seeking answers about the circumstances surrounding her death.
In the meantime, the community is coming together to support Johnson’s loved ones, and a fund has been set up to assist with funeral expenses and other costs. The outpouring of support is a testament to the impact Johnson had on the community, and her legacy will continue to inspire and uplift those around her.
Johnson’s passing is a tragic loss for the community of Helena, and her memory will be a blessing to all who knew her. The community is rallying around her loved ones, offering support and assistance during this difficult time, and her legacy will continue to inspire and uplift those around her.
Bernadette Johnson’s passing is a tragic loss for the community of Helena. Her legacy of kindness and compassion will be cherished by all who knew her, and her memory will be a blessing to those around her.
The community is rallying around her loved ones, offering support and assistance during this difficult time, and her legacy will continue to inspire and uplift those around her.
