The Lufkin Police Department is investigating the deaths of two individuals found in an apartment on East Denman Avenue. Officers responded to the scene at Sunrise Landing around 10:30 a.m. on October 29, 2024, after management alerted them to the situation.
The deceased have been identified as 36-year-old Samantha James Johnson and 42-year-old Jacob Oyoo, both tenants of the apartment. Autopsies are currently being conducted, and the investigation is ongoing.
While the circumstances surrounding their deaths are still under investigation, authorities are exploring all possibilities. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Lufkin Police Department at 936-633-0321 or Crime Stoppers at 936-639-TIPS for anonymous tips. Online submissions can also be made at 639tips.com.
