Additional arrest made in Terrebonne Parish homicide cold case

TERREBONNE PARISH, La. (WGNO) — There has been a development in a Terrebonne Parish cold case homicide that happened nine years ago.

Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced Monday, Sept. 22 that a third arrest was made in connection to the 2015 murder of Pamela Johnson of Bourg, Louisiana.

The investigation revealed that on Dec. 1, 2015 two girls who were allegedly kidnapped from their home was found on Wade Street in Houma. Deputies add that the suspect allegedly shot Johnson, their aunt.

On Sept. 16, deputies announced the arrests of  70-year-old Charles Johnson and 43-year-old Shannon Robinson also accused in the case.

Johnson was booked on charges of first-degree murder and solicitation for murder. while Robinson was booked on charges of first-degree murder, solicitation for murder and aggravated kidnapping.

Further investigation led detectives to identify 40-year-old John Fitzgerald Bonvillain Jr. as a suspect.

Bonvillain, who was already in custody on unrelated charges, was arrested on Sept. 19 and booked on allegations of conspiracy to commit first-degree murder.

Soignet says the investigation into the case remains ingoing with the possibility of additional arrests as they continue to pursue leads.

“Our Detectives have shown incredible persistence and determination in seeking justice for Pamela Johnson and her family. This third arrest marks another significant step forward in a case that has remained unresolved for far too long. We remain committed to uncovering the truth and holding all responsible parties accountable,” said Soignet.

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