Romalius ‘Eugene’ Mathews, a 45-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically lost his life on December 4, 2019, in Houston, Texas. Mathews was killed alongside his girlfriend, Jaquilla Dixon, 47, in their southeast Houston home. The couple was shot while they slept in their bedroom by Nyee Duncan, an 18-year-old male who was Duncan's godson.
Duncan was later charged with capital murder for the deaths of Mathews and Dixon.
According to police reports, Duncan entered the home around 4:30 a.m. and fired multiple gunshots, resulting in the deaths of Mathews and Dixon. Another person was also shot but survived the attack. Duncan was arrested on December 19, 2019, after a brief car chase and foot pursuit in Houston's Third Ward.
The investigation revealed that Duncan had a motive related to the couple's alleged involvement in illegal activities, including operating an illegal game room at their residence. Duncan faced charges that could result in life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted.
The case drew significant media attention and community outrage, particularly from the victims' families and friends. The Houston Police Department and the Harris County District Attorney's Office worked diligently to bring Duncan to justice, highlighting the tragic nature of the crime and the impact on the victims' loved ones.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of violence and the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement to prevent such tragedies.
