Full Breakdown
Arrest Made in 2018 Double Homicide Case in Henderson County, Texas
1/14/2026, 1:36:26 AM
Overview of the Case
The Henderson County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of Lance Kaedan Rains, 25, in connection with the 2018 murders of Gabriel McBride and his 17-year-old daughter, Beverly McBride. Rains faces capital murder charges following a confession to a friend and evidence linking him to the crime.
Key Details of the Incident
On December 10, 2018, Gabriel and Beverly McBride were shot and killed in their home in Henderson County, Texas. The investigation remained open for several years, with authorities committed to finding justice for the victims. The breakthrough came when a friend of Rains provided detailed information about the murders to investigators in June 2024, claiming Rains confessed to the killings and used his grandfather's gun.
Evidence and Investigation
The investigation revealed that the alleged murder weapon, a Smith & Wesson .357 revolver, was found in Oklahoma seven years after the crime. The gun had been owned by Rains' grandfather and was reportedly kept in the grandparents' bedroom, adjacent to the McBride residence. Rains' friend detailed how Rains shot Beverly while sitting next to her on the couch, and investigators confirmed that the crime scene matched this account.
Following the friend's testimony, Rains' grandmother confirmed that she had owned the gun in 2018 but had gifted it to another man in 2021. This man later pawned the gun, which was subsequently traced back to its current owner for forensic testing. Results confirmed that the gun was used in the McBride murders.
Official Statements
Sheriff Botie Hillhouse emphasized the dedication of the Henderson County Sheriff's Office to solving the case, stating, "Our investigators never stopped working for this family. Time does not diminish our commitment to justice." He also noted that Rains had targeted the McBrides for a robbery, unaware that Beverly was present in the home.
Criticism & Opposition
While the investigation has led to an arrest, some community members have expressed concerns regarding the length of time taken to solve the case and the effectiveness of the initial investigation. Critics argue that the delay in justice may have compounded the trauma experienced by the McBride family and the community.
What's Next
Lance Rains is currently held in the Henderson County Jail with a bond set at $2 million. The legal proceedings will continue as the case moves forward in the judicial system.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Our investigators never stopped working for this family,” — Sheriff Botie Hillhouse
- “Time does not diminish our commitment to justice, and today's arrest is proof that we will pursue the truth for as long as it takes.” — Sheriff Botie Hillhouse
- “And so he basically went over there to rob them, and then it turned into what it turned into,” — Sheriff Botie Hillhouse
