Crime
Photo of Suspect in Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Shooting Released
Authorities have released a photograph of the suspect believed to be responsible for the deadly shooting that occurred at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass, Texas.
While the suspect’s identity has not yet been officially disclosed, the image was obtained through sources connected to the ongoing investigation.
The shooting unfolded shortly after midnight on Sunday during a raffle event attended by hundreds of guests.
What began as a night of entertainment and celebration turned into chaos when gunfire erupted inside the casino.
Two people—a man and a woman—were fatally shot, and at least six others were injured.
Among those wounded was a retired federal agent.
Several victims were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment, while others in more serious condition were airlifted to San Antonio for advanced medical care.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that the suspect is in custody. Investigators traced a vehicle connected to the attack through a “Be on the Lookout” (BOLO) alert in Wilson County.
A pursuit followed, ending in the suspect’s arrest.
The investigation has drawn a coordinated response from multiple agencies, including the Eagle Pass Police Department, Kickapoo Tribal Police, Texas Department of Public Safety, federal partners, and other regional law enforcement entities.
The casino was temporarily closed overnight while authorities secured the premises, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
Officials have stated that the investigation is active and ongoing. Detectives are now working to determine the motive behind the violence and to reconstruct the suspect’s movements leading up to the attack.
An official press briefing is expected to release further details about the victims and the suspect later today.
The shooting has left the Eagle Pass community shaken.
Residents and casino patrons are expressing grief and disbelief that such a violent act occurred inside one of the region’s most visited public venues.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward as investigators continue to piece together the circumstances of this tragic event.
Crime
Former Texas Worship Minister and Christian Musician Jon Sheptock Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A married Christian musician and former worship minister who once performed at a rally for former President Donald Trump has been arrested on multiple child sexual abuse material (CSAM) charges, authorities confirmed.
According to officials, Jon Sheptock, a former minister at First Montgomery Baptist Church, was taken into custody on September 26 by detectives from the Montgomery County Constable’s Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Unit.
He faces charges of possession and production of child pornography following a detailed investigation into allegations of long-term misconduct.
The arrest was based on testimony from a woman who alleged that Sheptock stole a photograph of her approximately nine years ago, when she was 17 years old.
The victim told investigators that after sending her the image, Sheptock demanded explicit photographs and later sent her a video depicting a violent assault, warning that he “did not want that to happen to her.”
Court records further indicate that Sheptock showed the victim nude images of both adults and minors on his computer.
Investigators allege that the misconduct continued as recently as October 2023, when Sheptock reportedly sent a text message to the victim containing a nude image of young girls.
Before his arrest, Sheptock was widely known as a Christian recording artist and motivational speaker.
His now-deleted website biography stated that he was born without arms and with one leg shorter than the other, yet went on to describe himself as a “thriving Christian recording artist and speaker.” He has been married for 26 years and is the father of three daughters.
In a public statement, First Montgomery Baptist Church confirmed that Sheptock was immediately removed from all ministry responsibilities following his arrest.
The church emphasized that Sheptock did not hold any position involving direct contact with children, and there is no indication that minors associated with the church were involved or affected.
Sheptock gained wider public attention in January 2022, when he performed the national anthem at a rally for then-President Donald Trump, according to The Independent.
If convicted, Sheptock faces a potential prison sentence ranging from two to twenty years.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are encouraging anyone with additional information to contact the Montgomery County Constable’s Office Human Traffic.