Holly Jones, a 37-year-old woman from Henderson, Texas, tragically lost her life on February 17, 2019. She was one of four victims in a shooting incident at the Oak Manor Apartments in Henderson. The incident occurred just after 6:30 p.m. when multiple gunshots were reported at the apartment complex. Upon arrival, police found four adult gunshot victims and three children who were unharmed.
Holly Jones was flown to a nearby hospital but succumbed to her injuries.
Another victim, Justin Smith, 31, was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other victims, Billie Pyers, 65, and Cassandra Shaffer, 26, were taken to a local hospital and treated for their injuries. The three children present during the shooting were safely reunited with family members.
Randy Burford Winn, a 62-year-old man from Henderson, was arrested in connection with the shooting. He was charged with capital murder and additional charges related to the incident. The investigation revealed that Holly Jones had been trying to end a romantic relationship with Winn and had been staying with her brother to avoid him. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and Winn's trial is ongoing.
The tragic loss of Holly Jones has deeply affected her family and the community. Her memorial service was held at Crims Chapel Cemetery in Henderson, where she was cremated and laid to rest alongside her mother and brother.
This case has drawn significant attention due to the nature of the crime and the ongoing legal proceedings against Randy Burford Winn. The community continues to seek justice for Holly Jones and the other victims of this senseless act of violence.
