In a shocking turn of events, a 10-year-old Louisiana boy has been apprehended after reportedly confessing to the gruesome murder of former mayor Joe Cornelius Sr. and his daughter, Keisha Miles.
A heart-wrenching tragedy has unfolded in the Louisiana community of Minden, as a 10-year-old boy stands accused of the cold-blooded murder of former mayor Joe Cornelius Sr., 82, and his 31-year-old daughter, Keisha Miles.
According to local authorities, the horrifying incident transpired around 6:30 a.m. on Sunday at a residence in Minden. Police officers, responding to the scene, discovered the bodies of Cornelius and Miles inside the home, bearing multiple gunshot wounds.
Horrific Tragedy: 10-Year-Old Boy Arrested for Allegedly Killing Former Mayor and Daughter
The arrest of the 10-year-old suspect followed shortly after, as a guardian brought him to the police station. During questioning, the boy allegedly confessed to perpetrating the heinous killings.
Details surrounding the motive for the murders remain shrouded in mystery, as investigators have refrained from releasing specific information about what transpired leading up to the tragic event.
Neighbors recounted hearing approximately eight gunshots after an apparent altercation broke out between Cornelius and the young boy over video game-related credit card charges.
Minden Police Chief Jared McIver expressed the lack of remorse exhibited by the boy despite the severity of the alleged crime.
Mayor Nick Cox paid tribute to Cornelius, a dedicated public servant who had previously served as a councilman and interim mayor of Minden. "Joe Cornelius's years of service to Minden were marked by his commitment and dedication to the betterment of our community," Cox said in a social media post.
The community mourns the loss of a beloved figure and grapples with the horrifying reality of a child allegedly responsible for such heinous acts.
As the investigation unfolds, police continue to gather evidence and piece together the events that led to the tragedy. The identity of the 10-year-old suspect has not been disclosed, nor has his relationship to the victims.
The incident has sent shockwaves through Minden and beyond, raising questions about the circumstances that could have led a child to commit such a horrific crime.
Authorities urge anyone with information that could aid in the investigation to come forward. As the legal process unfolds, the community awaits justice for the victims and seeks answers to the perplexing questions surrounding this devastating event.
