Crime
Mother Oninda Romelus Arrested After Fatal Shooting Leaves Two Children Dead, Two Critically Injured in Angleton
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. to a gas station located on State Highway 288B near FM 521 after receiving reports of a shooting involving multiple victims.
Upon arrival, deputies located a vehicle containing four children suffering from gunshot wounds.
Investigators do not believe the shooting occurred at the gas station, and efforts are underway to determine the precise time and location of the incident.
BCSO confirmed that a 13-year-old and a 4-year-old child were pronounced dead at the scene.
An 8-year-old and a 9-year-old were airlifted to a nearby trauma center in critical condition. As of the latest update, both surviving children are expected to recover.
All individuals believed to be involved in the shooting have been detained, and there is no ongoing threat to the public, according to the sheriff’s office.
In an official statement, BCSO 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.”
Authorities have identified the adult suspect taken into custody as Oninda Romelus, who investigators confirmed is the mother of the four children.
She was detained without incident and remains in custody as the investigation continues.
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is assisting in the investigation at a residence in Montgomery County, believed to be connected to the crime scene.
A news conference regarding the ongoing investigation has been scheduled by the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office for 4:00 p.m. Sunday.
The investigation remains active, and no additional details have been released at this time.
Crime
Wilhelmina Leigh Carlton charged with the murder in stabbing of her boyfriend Darius Montreal Boglin
A 43-year-old woman from Bessemer has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend earlier this month, according to authorities.
Court records show Wilhelmina Leigh Carlton, 43, is charged with the murder of Darius Montreal Boglin, 45.
Carlton was booked into the Jefferson County Jail on March 5 and is currently being held without bond.
Officers with the Bessemer Police Department were dispatched at approximately 7:49 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, to the 3100 block of Avenue B following reports of a stabbing.
According to Detective Justin Burmeister, responding officers arrived at the scene and discovered Boglin suffering from a stab wound in a driveway.
Emergency responders attempted to assess his condition, but he was pronounced dead at the scene at approximately 8:10 p.m.
Authorities said Carlton was still present at the location when officers arrived and was taken into custody without incident.
Investigators confirmed that Carlton and Boglin were involved in a dating relationship.
Charging documents allege that the fatal incident occurred during an altercation when Boglin allegedly grabbed Carlton from behind, at which point she stabbed him, resulting in his death.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are asking anyone with additional information related to the case to contact the Bessemer Police Department at 205-425-2411 or 205-481-4366. Tips can also be submitted through the department’s tip line at 205-428-3541, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.