Crime
Victim killed in Roanoke County shooting identified as 35-year-old Michael Henritze
The circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear, and no arrests have been made as of this time.
Roanoke County, VA – Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal shooting in the Bonsack area as 35-year-old Michael Henritze Jr.
The Roanoke County Police Department (RCPD) is investigating the incident as a homicide.
Officers responded to a reported shooting at a residence in the 4800 block of Sidetrack Road.
Upon arrival, they discovered Henritze Jr. deceased inside the home.
The circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear, and no arrests have been made as of this time.
Police emphasized that there is currently no known threat to public safety, suggesting the incident may have been isolated.
The Roanoke County Police Department is actively investigating the case and urges anyone with information to contact their detectives at 540-777-8641.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities will provide updates as new details emerge. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity in the area.
Crime
Two Children Killed, Two Others Critically Injured in Angleton-Area Shooting, Mother in Custody
ANGLETON, Texas — Authorities are investigating a tragic shooting in Brazoria County that left two children dead and two others critically injured early Saturday morning.
According to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), deputies were dispatched around 5:00 a.m. after a distressed woman called 911, reporting that her son had attempted to kill her and that multiple children were in the vehicle with her.
Deputies located the woman and the children at a gas station on State Highway 288B near FM 521.
Investigators believe the shooting occurred elsewhere, and multiple agencies are now working to determine the exact location of the incident.
Upon arrival, deputies found four children suffering from gunshot wounds. A 13-year-old and a 4-year-old were pronounced dead at the scene.
An 8-year-old and a 9-year-old were airlifted to a nearby trauma hospital in critical condition.
Authorities later confirmed both surviving children are expected to recover.
Initial reports indicate that all individuals involved have been accounted for, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
A female adult—believed to be the children’s mother—has been taken into custody.
While investigators initially received conflicting information suggesting one of the children may have been responsible, authorities now believe the adult female was the shooter.
In a statement, the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office said:
“All individuals believed to be involved have been detained, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. While the details are still developing, the loss of two children in such a manner is a tragedy. Our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected as we continue to learn more about this heartbreaking situation.”
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is assisting Brazoria County investigators at a related residence in Montgomery County, believed to be connected to the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspect pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation remains active.