Texas Man Fatally Shoots Wife, Mom of 3, Claims ‘It Was an Accident’
An assistant principal at an elementary school was shot dead by her husband in Texas.
An assistant principal of an elementary school in Texas was shot dead by her husband, who claimed the shooting was an accident, authorities said. Authorities have arrested the man and charged him with manslaughter.
A 42-year-old woman has been shot dead by her husband in Texas.
The victim, 42-year-old Lindsay Velasquez, an assistant principal at an elementary school in Texas, has been described as a “loving and devoted mother” to her three daughters. The incident took place at her residence in Benbrook, Texas, where she was found unconscious. This incident occurred on April 17, and she was pronounced dead at a hospital, authorities said.
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The accused, Lindsay Velasquez's husband, Alberto Velasquez has been charged with manslaughter. Alberto Velasquez is a social studies teacher in the same school district.
Authorities said Lindsay was shot in the face by her husband, who claimed it was an accident. However, authorities have not disclosed details about what led to the shooting.
Alberto Velasquez faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000 under Texas law. According to a local newspaper, Alberto has been released after posting bond. Through his attorney, he has refused to comment on the incident.
A family fundraiser over the “unexpected, devastating, heartbreaking loss” has highlighted the important people in Lindsay Velasquez's life, while her husband has been notably absent.
“Lindsay was so many things to so many people, a daughter, wife, sister, aunt and a dear friend, but above all else, she was a devoted and loving mother to her three beautiful daughters, who were the center of her world,” the fundraiser set up for Lindsay mentions.
The fundraiser also features a photo of Lindsay with her children and makes no mention of her husband.
The fundraiser further read, “They were her purpose, her pride and her greatest joy. The loss of Lindsay leaves a void that will be felt forever in the lives of those who loved her, especially her daughter, who now faces a future without the presence of their mother, her guidance and unwavering love.”
Velasquez was in her second year as the assistant principal of the elementary school in Texas.
“This loss deeply saddens us, and our thoughts are with the family and all those impacted,” the district said while offering counseling for students.
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