Janet Evelyn Lee, a 49-year-old woman from Midlothian, Texas, tragically lost her life on January 6, 2022. The incident occurred at the Lakeside Villas Apartment Community in Midlothian, where Janet was fatally shot by Edsel Collazo, a 43-year-old man who had recently moved to Midlothian from Red Oak. Collazo also shot and killed Andrew Armonta, a 23-year-old man from Midlothian, before turning the gun on himself.
The Midlothian Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls reporting
gunshots at the apartment complex around 10:45 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found three unresponsive adults inside an apartment. All three individuals were pronounced dead at the scene, with one of the deaths determined to be self-inflicted. The investigation revealed that Collazo was responsible for the shootings, but the motive behind the tragic event remains unclear.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects identified beyond the deceased shooter. The case has not led to any litigations or ongoing investigations, as the primary suspect, Edsel Collazo, died at the scene. Victim assistance staff with the Midlothian Police Department have been providing support to the families of the victims during this difficult time.
The community has been deeply affected by this tragedy, and the Midlothian Police Department has assured the public that there is no ongoing threat. The investigation into the incident is still ongoing, but no further details have been released regarding the relationships between the shooter and the victims or any potential motives.
This heartbreaking event has left a lasting impact on the residents of Midlothian, and the families of Janet Evelyn Lee and Andrew Armonta continue to seek closure and justice for their loved ones.
