Anatomy of Murder The Knock (Lamont Baldwin)
Sep 23, 2025
A woman knocks on a door, leading to a shocking murder right outside. Detectives piece together clues, including a critical flip phone found at the scene. The investigation reveals Antonio Johnson as a hired hitman linked to a $20,000 drug debt. Tension builds during his interrogation, where he confesses and names the mastermind behind the scheme. Digital evidence and emotional testimonies guide the trial, culminating in a life sentence for Johnson and a federal conviction for his accomplice, casting a long shadow on the victim's family.
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The Knock That Killed Lamont
- Lamont Baldwin answered his door after a woman asked for "Mont," then was immediately shot outside his home.
- His daughter witnessed the murder and called 911 while his wife tried to shield the family.
Targeted Killing Inferred From Name Call
- Investigators quickly suspected the killing was targeted because the shooter called Lamont by name.
- That recognition shifted the probe from random violence to a deliberate hit tied to his life and contacts.
Victim's Prior Life Shaped Motive Theories
- Lamont had known narcotics involvement and prior arrests, which expanded motive theories to robberies, debts, or revenge.
- Police treated his drug connections as central to exploring who would want him dead.