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Mark McWilliams

Case from Winona, TX dated Jan 03, 2021

Victim Details

Mark McWilliams

Male

White / Caucasian

Winona

TX

2021-01-03

62

Mark

McWilliams

06/27/2026

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Pastor Mark McWilliams, a 62-year-old man from Winona, Texas, was tragically killed on January 3, 2021, during a church shooting at Starrville Methodist Church. McWilliams, who was preparing for Sunday service, encountered Mytrez Woolen, a 25-year-old man who had taken refuge in the church after evading police following a separate incident involving a firearm. During the confrontation, Woolen demanded McWilliams' vehicle keys and a struggle ensued. Woolen fatally shot McWilliams and injured anot ...
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  • KTAB - BigCountryHomepage.com: Sheriff identifies pastor killed in East Texas church shooting
  • KSAT: Report: Pastor killed, 2 others injured in Texas church shooting
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