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William Pierce

Case from Brownsville, TX dated Sep 19, 2014

Victim Details

William Pierce

Male

White / Caucasian

Brownsville

TX

2014-09-19

4

William

Pierce

07/09/2026

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William Pierce, a 4-year-old boy from Brownsville, Texas, tragically lost his life on September 19, 2014. His death was part of a heartbreaking incident where his mother, Diana Ramos Pierce, aged 45, was also found deceased. The bodies of William and his mother were discovered in the backyard of their home. The investigation revealed that both were murdered by Diana's husband, who was subsequently arrested and charged with capital murder.

The case drew significant attention from local law ...
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  • https://www.gunviolencearchive.org/incident/201374
  • Brownsville Herald: Pierce pleads guilty to killing wife, son
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