In Loving Memory of Johnathon Reed (1988–2025) A Life Cut Short, but Never Forgotten
The Kingsport community is mourning the tragic loss of 37-year-old Johnathon Reed, whose life was taken in a deadly shooting in the early morning hours of Monday, November 10th, 2025. The Kingsport Police Department has confirmed that Johnathon was found deceased at a residence on Sky South Road after officers responded to reports of gunfire and an individual lying unresponsive on the ground.
According to authorities, patrol officers were dispatched shortly after receiving a 9-1-1 call about gunshots in the area. When they arrived, they discovered Johnathon suffering from fatal injuries. Despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives with the Kingsport Police Department immediately took over the investigation, securing the area and collecting evidence.
Following a swift and focused investigation, police identified Krysten Atkins and Tyler Holly as persons of interest in connection with the incident. By 5:00 p.m. that same day, both suspects were located at a residence on Garden Drive and taken into custody.
- Krysten Atkins, 22, has been charged with 1st Degree Murder.
- Tyler Holly, 33, has been charged with Accessory After the Fact to 1st Degree Murder.
Krysten was transported to the Sullivan County Jail in Blountville, while Tyler remains incarcerated at the Kingsport City Jail. Authorities expressed gratitude to the public for their assistance in locating the two suspects, who were known to frequent the Lynn Garden Drive area.
As detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragedy, the focus has turned to honoring the life and memory of Johnathon Reed — a man whose sudden death has left his family and friends shattered.
Johnathon was known as a hardworking, kindhearted man who deeply loved his family and friends. To those who knew him, he was more than a victim — he was a loyal friend, a devoted son and brother, and a man with an easy smile and a generous spirit. His presence brought warmth to everyone around him, and his loss has created an emptiness that words can hardly express.
Those close to Johnathon describe him as someone who lived with integrity, humility, and compassion. He had a talent for making others laugh even during hard times, and he always offered his help to those who needed it. Whether it was a friend in trouble, a neighbor in need, or a family member going through a rough patch, Johnathon was the first to show up and the last to leave.
Now, as loved ones gather to remember him, they are united not only in grief but also in a shared hope for justice. They trust that the efforts of the Kingsport Police Department and the Sullivan County authorities will ensure that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.
In the wake of this tragedy, the Kingsport community has come together in support — lighting candles, sharing memories, and offering prayers for the Reed family. The outpouring of love is a testament to the profound impact Johnathon had on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
While his life was taken far too soon, his memory will live on through the love he shared, the laughter he gave, and the kindness he showed.
Rest in Peace, Johnathon Reed.
You will be forever remembered for your strength, your heart, and the light you brought into this world. Gone too soon, but your legacy of love and compassion will never fade.
“Those we love never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they showed, the comfort they gave, and the love they brought into our lives.”
