North Miami Beach Man Killed Over Chain, Then Took Selfies With It, Prosecutors Say
What began as a violent robbery in North Miami Beach has evolved into one of Florida’s most chilling murder cases in recent memory. Marcuss Ealy, 22, stands accused of robbing and fatally shooting 21-year-old Malcolm Avery Johnson Jr. in what prosecutors are calling an “execution-style” killing. Allegedly, it was over a gold medallion chain.
The May 30, 2023, killing was caught on surveillance footage and has been followed by a wave of disturbing revelations. This includes the discovery of selfies Ealy took with the stolen chain. The selfies were taken just hours after the murder. As of May 2025, a Florida judge denied Ealy’s bond request after reviewing what prosecutors describe as “overwhelming evidence.” Therefore, ensuring he will remain behind bars while awaiting trial.
The Killing: Surveillance Video Shows Cold Execution
The crime occurred near Northwest 170th Street and Northwest 3rd Avenue in North Miami Beach in the early morning hours of May 30, 2023. Video surveillance shows two individuals pulling up in a dark-colored vehicle and confronting Johnson. Johnson was wearing a gold medallion necklace.
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Despite appearing to comply with demands — including raising his hands — Johnson was shot four times, including in the head and chest. Therefore, resulting in fatal injuries. The suspects then fled the scene in their vehicle…