William Quince Buck Colburn, aged 63, tragically passed away on September 15, 2021, in Ingleside, Texas. His death was part of a devastating murder-suicide incident involving his family. The incident occurred in an RV at the Aransas Oaks RV Resort in Ingleside.
The perpetrator was William Quince Colburn III, the 15-year-old son of Buck Colburn. The young Colburn posted disturbing photos of his slain family members on social media before taking his own life.
The victims included Buck Colburn Jr., aged 63, his wife Jana Colburn, aged 53, and their 13-year-old daughter Emma Colburn. Additionally, two dogs were found dead at the scene.
Authorities were alerted to the situation after Colburn III shared graphic images and threats on social media. The police, along with multiple agencies, including the Ingleside police, the sheriff's office, and Aransas Pass police, responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they heard a gunshot and found Colburn III had shot himself. Inside the RV, they discovered the bodies of the four family members and the two dogs.
The investigation revealed that Colburn III had expressed his intentions to commit further violence, including a potential school shooting, before ultimately killing his family and himself. The swift action of the social media platform and other teens who reported the threats helped prevent a potentially larger tragedy.
This tragic event left the community in shock and mourning, as the Colburn family was well-known and respected in the area. The investigation continued to uncover more details about the incident, but many questions remained unanswered.
The loss of William Quince Buck Colburn Jr. and his family members was a heartbreaking event that deeply affected those who knew them. The community came together to offer support and condolences to the grieving family and friends.
