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Shawn Leonard Williams

Case from Houston, TX dated May 05, 2024

Victim Details

Name

Gender

Male

Race

White / Caucasian

City

Houston

State

Date Of Death

2024-05-05

Age At Death

First Name

Shawn

Last Name

Leonard Williams

Solved

Yes

Last Updated

07/30/2026

Case Description

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On May 5, 2024, in north Harris County, Texas, 47-year-old Shawn Leonard Williams was fatally shot by his 24-year-old stepson, Lazarus Richard Williams. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. at their residence in the 12000 block of Meadowview Drive. Earlier that evening, both men had attended a neighbor's crawfish boil, where they reportedly consumed alcohol.

Upon returning home, an argument erupted between Shawn and Lazarus, escalating into a physical confrontation. During the altercati ...

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Shawn Leonard Williams

Case from Houston, TX dated May 05, 2024

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