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Texas Mother Charged with Capital Murder After Alleged Shooting of Two Sons
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Incident Overview
Early Thursday morning, deputies from the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call reporting an “unknown emergency” at a residence in the 900 block of Big Sky Drive in Waxahachie, Texas. Arriving at approximately 4:13 a.m., officers entered the home and discovered two male victims with gunshot wounds. The older victim, identified as 21-year-old Christopher Scott Pitre, was pronounced dead at the scene. The younger victim, a 15-year-old brother, was transported to a local hospital in critical condition and later died from his injuries. The victims’ mother, 42-year-old Colleen Nichole Lemmon, was found with non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment before being placed in custody.
Investigation Findings
A probable-cause narrative released by the sheriff’s office states that investigators recovered corroborating evidence—including a handgun at the scene—and that Lemmon told deputies, “I shot both my kids.” Detectives used this evidence to develop probable cause that Lemmon was responsible for the shootings. The identity of the 15-year-old victim is being withheld pending further investigation.
Legal Proceedings
Lemmon has been charged with two counts of capital murder. She was booked into the Wayne McCollum Detention Center after receiving medical treatment. A bond has not yet been set; the court will determine bond conditions at her arraignment.
Official Statements & Responses
Ellis County Sheriff Brad Norman issued a statement expressing sympathy for the victims’ family, noting that the sheriff’s office will keep the family in its prayers. Scott Pitre, the father of the two boys, told local media that he had recently celebrated his younger son’s 15th birthday at a lake and now seeks justice for his children. Neighbor Ida Brown described the incident as “heartbreaking” and said she is praying for the family.
Verbatim Quote
- “My deepest sympathies go out to the victims' father, family members, and loved ones involved in this tragic incident,” — Sheriff Brad Norman
Impact & Community Reaction
The shootings have prompted an outpouring of grief from Waxahachie residents. Local officials and community members have offered condolences and prayers, while law-enforcement officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. The case remains pending as Lemmon awaits arraignment on the capital-murder charges.