In the quiet community of Peyton, Colorado, a shocking act of violence shattered the peace of a December evening. On the night of December 6, 2023, Desiree N. Vandelac, a 54-year-old female, was tragically killed in her home. The events of that night unfolded within the family's residence, leaving a lasting scar on the rural community located about 30 miles northeast of Colorado Springs.
That evening, an argument erupted between Desiree's two sons, Tyler and Peyton Vandelac.
The dispute, which reportedly started over a trivial matter concerning the dogs' water fountain, escalated into a physical altercation. During the fight, Peyton, who had been drinking heavily, allegedly charged at Tyler, causing him to fall and dislocate his shoulder. Following this, Desiree and her husband, Robert V. Vandelac, confronted Peyton about his aggressive behavior and instructed him to get rid of the alcohol in the house.
Shortly after the confrontation, the situation took a horrifying turn. Tyler Vandelac reported hearing loud bangs from upstairs. Rushing to see what had happened, he discovered his parents, Desiree and Robert, slumped over in the hallway. He also witnessed his brother, Peyton, wiping what appeared to be a knife. In the midst of the chaos, Tyler managed to escape the house and call for help.
When law enforcement arrived at the residence on Akawi Way, they found a devastating scene. Inside the home, four individuals were found deceased: Desiree N. Vandelac, her 57-year-old husband Robert V. Vandelac, a 30-year-old family friend named Debray A. Scott, and 22-year-old Peyton S. Vandelac. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office is investigating the deaths of Desiree, Robert, and Debray as homicides. Peyton S. Vandelac was identified as the suspect in the killings, and his death is being treated as a suicide. Authorities have stated that they are not searching for any other suspects and that there is no ongoing threat to the community. The investigation is ongoing, pending the final results of the autopsies.
