Timothy Laban Owens, a 39-year-old male from Palestine, Texas, was tragically shot and killed on June 20, 2015. The incident occurred at a residence in Palestine, where Owens lived. Alongside Owens, a 25-year-old female named Ashley Quinn was also fatally shot. The Palestine Police Department reported that a third individual present at the scene made the 9-1-1 call and was unharmed.
This individual, who was related to Owens, is currently assisting the police in their investigation.
The Palestine Police Department launched a manhunt for the suspected gunman immediately following the incident. The investigation led to the arrest of Kevin Birdow, a 35-year-old male resident of Palestine. Birdow was already in custody at the Anderson County Jail on unrelated drug charges when the arrest warrant for the double homicide was served. He has been charged with Capital Murder and remains in jail without bond. The police have not disclosed a possible motive for the shootings.
Detectives have been working tirelessly on the case, interviewing witnesses, family members, and other known associates of Owens and Quinn. The Anderson County District Attorney's Office is collaborating with the Palestine Police Department to seek justice for the victims. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are determined to bring the case to a resolution.
