Bristol, TN — Authorities have charged 18-year-old Elijah Khalil Campbell with multiple crimes, including two counts of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder following a tragic double homicide over the past weekend.
Campbell is currently being held at the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority awaiting extradition back to Tennessee. At this time, no date has been set for his initial court appearance.
The two victims who lost their lives in this incident have been identified as Deonte Wright, 20, and Lexy Coleman, 21. A third victim, Kevin Collin, 22, sustained injuries during the incident and remains hospitalized.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the case to contact BTPD Detective Nicholas Brooks at 423-989-5600 or via email at nbrooks@bristoltn.gov. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the department’s tip line at 423-764-TIPS (423-764-8477).
This tragic event has shocked the Bristol community, and law enforcement officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities emphasized the importance of public cooperation in helping bring clarity to the case and ensuring justice for the victims.
