Crime
Myron Strambler charged with murder in shooting death of his wife Alicia Strambler at Moonlight Inn in Houston
Court records reveal that Myron Strambler has a history of violence.
HOUSTON, TX – Myron Lynn Strambler, 45, is in custody at the Harris County Jail, charged with the murder of his wife, 40-year-old Alicia Michele Strambler, at the Moonlight Inn located in the 5200 block of Airline Drive on the evening of November 27, 2024.
Houston Police Department officers from the North Patrol Division responded to the scene after receiving reports of a domestic incident.
Upon arrival, they found Myron Strambler outside the motel room, his shirt visibly stained with blood. He was detained without incident. Inside the room, officers discovered Alicia deceased, showing clear signs of a violent assault.
According to investigators, Myron called family members after the attack, admitting to the assault. Concerned relatives contacted law enforcement, leading to his immediate arrest at the scene.
The charging document alleges that Myron Strambler intentionally and knowingly caused Alicia’s death using multiple methods of assault.
The complaint details that he struck her with his hands, which were deemed deadly weapons due to the force used, slammed her head against a wall, and used an unknown object during the attack. These acts were found to be clearly dangerous to human life and resulted in Alicia’s fatal injuries.
Court records reveal that Myron Strambler has a history of violence, including a prior misdemeanor charge for assaulting Alicia in a separate incident. Additionally, Strambler has a prior felony conviction for the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl in Brazoria County, Texas, in 2009.
Myron Strambler has been charged with first-degree murder, and authorities are continuing their investigation into the case. He is being held without bond at the Harris County Jail.
Anyone with further information about this case is encouraged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers of Houston at (713) 222-TIPS.
Crime
Stephen McKenzie Identified as Suspect in Pembroke Park Shooting That Left Mother and Three Children Dead
PEMBROKE PARK, FL – Authorities have identified the suspect in a horrific mass shooting at a Pembroke Park apartment complex as 34-year-old Stephen McKenzie, the father of two of the youngest victims.
The shooting, which occurred on Wednesday evening, claimed the lives of a mother and three of her children.
At approximately 7:30 p.m., Pembroke Park Police and Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) deputies responded to reports of gunfire at an apartment complex located in the 3100 block of Hallandale Beach Boulevard.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman and three children fatally shot inside the residence.
The victims were identified as:
- Julie Cruz, 32 (mother)
- Xion Solomon, 11
- Nova McKenzie, 2
- Emery McKenzie, 2
Both Nova and Emery were McKenzie’s biological children, authorities confirmed.
Additionally, first responders found 8-year-old Phiinyx Solomon suffering from gunshot wounds.
She was immediately transported to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, where she remains in serious condition.
McKenzie was also located at the scene with a self-inflicted gunshot wound following an unsuccessful suicide attempt, according to investigators.
He was transported to HCA Florida Aventura Hospital in critical condition and is currently in police custody.
During a press briefing, BSO spokesperson Claudinne Caro confirmed that McKenzie has been identified as the primary suspect in the shooting.
“Upon arrival, officers found a woman and three children inside the apartment, all of whom were pronounced deceased from gunshot wounds. Another child and an adult male were also found injured. That male has now been identified as the suspect,” Caro stated.
The children’s grandmother arrived at the scene shortly after authorities notified her of the tragedy, collapsing into tears as she grieved the loss of her daughter and grandchildren.
“That’s my daughter! That’s my daughter!” she wailed in agony, as bystanders and neighbors attempted to console her.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding the motive behind the attack, but neighbors and community members are left shocked and devastated by the brutal act of domestic violence.
“I just don’t understand what could lead someone to do something so terrible,” said one neighbor.
McKenzie remains hospitalized under police watch as the BSO Homicide Unit continues its investigation.
Officials urge anyone with additional information to contact Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS.