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14-Year-Old Charged with Parents' Fatal Shooting in Florida

8/5/2025

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In a tragic incident in Middleburg, Florida, 14-year-old Trevor Lee fatally shot his parents, David Lee and Brandi Smith, after a heated argument. Following the shocking act, he surrendered at a nearby church. Now facing two counts of second-degree murder, authorities are delving into his mental health history to uncover the underlying factors.

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In a tragic incident in Middleburg, Florida, 14-year-old Trevor Lee fatally shot his parents, David Lee and Brandi Smith, after a heated argument. Following the shocking act, he surrendered at a nearby church. Now facing two counts of second-degree murder, authorities are delving into his mental health history to uncover the underlying factors.