On July 16, 2024, 28-year-old Karson Matthew Meunier was fatally shot near Calvert, Texas. The incident occurred shortly after midnight at a residence along FM 979 near Elmo Road. According to the Robertson County Sheriff's Office, Meunier was on private property when he was shot by a woman whose identity has not been disclosed. The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation. The woman involved was not arrested at the scene. Authorities have stated that once the investigation is complete, the case will be forwarded to the District Attorney's office and presented to a grand jury to determine if charges are warranted.
Meunier, originally from the Houston area, had relocated to Calvert several years prior to his death. He was known for his passion for restoring old homes and had a deep appreciation for the history of the area. Friends and family remember him as an eccentric handyman who took immense pride in his work and was always eager to lend a helping hand. His love for history was evident in his admiration for turn-of-the-century architecture, which he often remodeled with creative flair.
The Texas Rangers are assisting the Robertson County Sheriff's Office in the ongoing investigation. As of now, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified beyond the woman involved in the shooting. The community awaits further developments as authorities work to uncover the details surrounding Meunier's tragic death.
