A McKinney man is in custody in connection with the stabbing death of his 9-year-old son Friday afternoon, police say.
In a statement, McKinney Police revealed early details in the investigation of an incident inside a home on the 700 block of Anson Court.
Police said a neighbor called 911 at about 4 p.m. to report a woman finding her son unconscious and bleeding inside the home. Officers forced their way into the house and found the woman’s husband trying to hurt himself with a knife, the statement said.
The 9-year-old child was found dead in the garage with multiple stab wounds.
The father, whose name has not been released, was taken into custody and treated at a hospital. Police said the man will be charged with capital murder.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with this family tonight,” the police statement read. “As our investigation unfolds over the coming days and weeks, we will be able to share more about what transpired today.”
Police said there was no one else inside the home and there was no ongoing threat to the public.
No further details were immediately available.
This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.
Dallas Press News – Latest News:
Dallas Local News || Fort Worth Local News | Texas State News || Crime and Safety News || National news || Business News || Health News
Rockwall, Texas - There was a lot of joy “between the lanes” last week as…
In a concerning development from the Forney community, two individuals, James Richard II and Syasandrea…
In a move emphasizing its optimism on renewable energy, Trina Solar, known for intelligent solar…
In the midst of a tumultuous week marred by an alarming surge in shooting incidents…
Surfing Crab, a well-established seafood restaurant renowned for its signature Cajun-style seafood boils and refreshing…
Texas is one of the states that has recently been popular for passing controversial bills,…