Crime
Victim Killed in Shooting Outside Church’s Chicken on East Waco Drive Identified
WACO, TX — The Waco Police Department is actively investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Thursday evening in the parking lot of Church’s Chicken, located on East Waco Drive.
This incident marks the city’s fifth homicide investigation of the year.
Officers responded to the scene at approximately 7:17 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, they discovered a 30-year-old man, identified as Jeromy MeechMoon, deceased in the parking lot from apparent gunshot wounds.
A second victim, a 24-year-old man, was also injured in the shooting.
He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he is currently listed in stable condition, according to police.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and investigators have not publicly identified a motive or any suspects in connection to the shooting.
Crime scene tape cordoned off the area, as police processed evidence and interviewed witnesses late into the evening.
Authorities are urging anyone with information that may assist in the investigation to contact the Waco Police Department or reach out anonymously to Waco Crime Stoppers at 254-753-HELP (4357). Tips that lead to an arrest could be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional details will be released as they become available.
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.