WILLIS, TEXAS — Authorities Investigate Homicide After 64-Year-Old Anthony Scott Found Dead in Home on East Marlin Street
WILLIS, TX (August 2, 2025) — A quiet neighborhood in Willis was shaken to its core in the early morning hours of Saturday, August 2, when law enforcement officials responded to a welfare check and discovered a grisly scene. According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and officers with the Willis Police Department were dispatched at approximately 4:20 a.m. to a residence in the 500 block of East Marlin Street, where they found a deceased male inside the home.
The victim, now identified as 64-year-old Anthony Scott, was discovered with multiple apparent gunshot wounds. Authorities have confirmed the case is being treated as a homicide, and a comprehensive investigation is currently underway.
Upon arriving at the scene, first responders quickly secured the area and summoned detectives from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit, along with Crime Scene Investigators, representatives from the Willis Police Department, the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, and Death Investigators from the Montgomery County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Officials have not released details regarding possible suspects, motives, or the sequence of events that led to the fatal shooting. The home was cordoned off for several hours as investigators meticulously gathered evidence, documented the scene, and interviewed neighbors and potential witnesses.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and authorities have not confirmed whether there is a threat to the public. The Sheriff’s Office has stated that the investigation remains active and ongoing, and further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Remembering Anthony Scott
While law enforcement works diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding Anthony Scott’s death, those who knew him are left in shock and mourning. Neighbors described Anthony as a private but kind man who had lived on East Marlin Street for several years. One longtime resident shared, “He mostly kept to himself, but he was always polite. It’s heartbreaking to know something like this happened just a few doors down.”
Family and friends are struggling to comprehend the sudden and violent loss. At 64, Anthony was described by relatives as a man of quiet strength, with a gentle nature and deep love for his family. Though largely out of the public eye, he was known to those closest to him as a loyal friend and devoted family member.
A small memorial of flowers and candles has begun to appear near the property, a somber tribute to a life lost under violent circumstances.
Community Response and Call for Answers
The shocking discovery has stirred concern throughout the Willis community. Residents are calling for justice and safety assurances, while also rallying to support one another. Local leaders have urged the public to remain calm but vigilant, and to report any information that may be helpful to the ongoing investigation.
Authorities are asking anyone with knowledge about the incident—or who may have observed unusual activity in the area during the overnight hours of August 1st into the early morning of August 2nd—to contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers.
This case marks yet another tragic chapter in what has already been a difficult summer for communities throughout Montgomery County. The homicide has left many in Willis on edge, but it has also sparked renewed calls for community engagement, safety awareness, and support for those impacted by violent crime.
As investigators continue their work, the memory of Anthony Scott will remain at the heart of the case. His life mattered, and those who knew and loved him deserve answers—and ultimately, justice.
This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided as they become available.
