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Teen dies at out-of-control bash.
A 20-year-old man is dead after a violent outburst at a lake house party in Llano County, exposing the ugly reality of youth and alcohol under the nose of local law enforcement.
Published July 30, 2024 at 3:00pm by Tony Plohetski
20-Year-Old David Michael Justus Dies After Brutal Assault in Llano County, Two Arrested and Third Suspect at Large
A 20-year-old man, David Michael Justus, has lost his life following a vicious attack at a party in Llano County, Texas.
"From numerous traumatic injuries sustained during a senseless and brutal assault... at a Kingsland property." * - Justus' obituary
The Incident:
- Date: July 14, 2023
- Location: Mesquite Drive, Kingsland, Llano County
- Suspects: Ryan Moore and Francisco Reyes, both 19, arrested; third suspect wanted by police.
- Cause: Brawl among a group of ~30 teens/young adults, triggered by a thrown beer can.
David Michael Justus:
- Age: 20
- Residence: Lakeway, TX
- Education: Lake Travis High School graduate (2023); Austin Community College student
- Personality: Loved sports; described as having a "larger than life personality" and a passion for learning.
- Survived By: Parents (Dave & Daya Justus), brother (Dawson Justus), and girlfriend (Saylor Davis)
"It looks like (Justus) got hit and knocked down and hit his head on a piece of concrete. It is definitely a tragedy."
* - Sheriff Bill Blackburn
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