On July 25, 2017, a passerby in rural Leesburg, Virginia, reported smoke coming from a house. Firefighters battled the blaze, and the next day investigators recovered the body of 52-year-old Mario M. Bowles in the charred remains. An autopsy found Mario had been shot to death before the fire was set deliberately.

Investigators focused on Mario’s son, Michael F. Bowles, then 20, after evidence suggested a violent confrontation. Authorities say Michael shot his father multiple times, doused the body with gasoline and set the home on fire. Forensic testing reportedly found gunshot residue on Michael’s hands. He was arrested on August 1, 2017, and charged with first-degree murder and arson.

Only limited details about motive and events leading up to the killing have been released. Does anyone have information about Mario’s life in Leesburg or the relationship between him and his son?