Witness and friend of Michael Brown in 2014 dies after being shot

FERGUSON, Mo. (KMOV/Gray News) — A witness and friend of Michael Brown, who was shot and killed by police in 2014, has died.

Dorian Johnson was shot and killed Sunday in Ferguson, Missouri, according to police.

Johnson, 33, was known for being with Brown when he was shot and killed by police on Aug. 9, 2014.

Johnson was shot around 8:30 a.m. and was taken to a hospital, where he died.

One person was taken into custody.

St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Price Smith said Monday afternoon that the suspect was released after no criminal charges were filed within the 24-hour maximum holding time. She also said the shooting appears to be a domestic incident, with a claim of self-defense being investigated.

According to Price Smith, the investigation is active, and police are consulting with her office regarding possible criminal charges.