Lucas Benson, a 21-year-old male, tragically died on November 3, 2018, in Terrell, TX. The cause of death was a gunshot wound to the chest, inflicted by his 17-year-old brother, Michael Weaver, at point-blank range with a shotgun. The incident occurred at their home on the 4900 block of U.S. Highway 77 in Golinda.
The argument that led to Lucas Benson's death reportedly began over a pair of boots.
According to Linda Charanca, the grandmother of both Lucas and Michael, she was awakened by the sound of her grandsons arguing early that morning. She had tried to intervene but eventually went back to bed, only to hear a gunshot moments later. Michael Weaver was arrested and charged with murder.
The case drew significant attention due to the familial relationship between the victim and the suspect. Weaver's bond was initially set at $40,000 but was later increased to $250,000 due to his prior criminal history, including a previous arrest for a drive-by shooting. Despite the tragic circumstances, Charanca expressed that she could not bring herself to be angry with Michael, focusing instead on the financial burden of covering Lucas's funeral costs and Michael's bond.
The investigation into Lucas Benson's death continued as authorities sought to gather more evidence and ensure justice was served. Sheriff Ricky Scaman of Falls County emphasized that the case was far from closed and that every possible lead would be pursued.
This tragic event left a lasting impact on the family and the community, highlighting the devastating consequences of domestic disputes and the importance of conflict resolution.
