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See any errors? Let us know!Jason Alan Thornburg: A Detailed Account of His Crimes
Introduction
Jason Alan Thornburg, a Texas man, was convicted of a series of gruesome murders in 2021. Known for his belief in "sacrifices," Thornburg's crimes shocked the nation due to their brutality and the disturbing details surrounding them.The Crimes
Thornburg's crimes were committed over a span of several days in September 2021 at the Mid City Inn in Euless, Texas. He lured his victims to his motel room, where he murdered them in horrifying ways. Thornburg claimed that his actions were driven by his interpretation of religious sacrifices.Victims
- David Lueras: A 42-year-old man who was staying with Thornburg at the motel. Thornburg slit his throat, dismembered his body in the bathtub, and stored the remains in plastic containers.
- Maricruz Mathis: A 33-year-old woman who visited Thornburg's motel room two days after Lueras's murder. She was killed in a similar manner, with her remains also stored in containers.
- Lauren Phillips: A 34-year-old woman who arrived at the motel two days after Mathis. Thornburg attempted to stab her but ultimately strangled her. He later sexually assaulted her corpse.
Victims
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Confirmed Victims: (3)
David Lueras , Date of Death: 2021-09-21 ...View 2 additional victims
Suspected Victims: Tanya Begay Age: (36), Date of Death: 2017-03-03 Mark Jewell Age: (61), Date of Death: 2021-05-21
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See any mistakes? Let us know!Killer's Details
Jason
Thornburg
1980 (age 44–45) Texas, United States
Male
Hispanic
5+
2017 - 2021
Arizona, Texas
Fort Worth
December 2021
07/12/2025










