14-Year-Old Trevor Lee in Custody After Fatally Shooting Both Parents in Tragic Domestic Incident
A deeply disturbing tragedy has rocked the community after authorities confirmed that 14-year-old Trevor Lee is in custody following the fatal shooting of both of his parents late Sunday night. The incident, which unfolded in a quiet suburban neighborhood, has left neighbors stunned and sparked widespread grief, disbelief, and urgent conversations about domestic violence, mental health, and gun safety.
According to the [Local Police Department], officers were dispatched to the Lee residence around 10:15 p.m. on Sunday after multiple 911 calls reported gunshots and screams coming from the home. When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered the bodies of the child’s parents—identified as 42-year-old Marcus Lee and 40-year-old Danielle Lee—both suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite efforts from first responders, both were pronounced dead at the scene.
Trevor Lee, the couple’s only child, was located inside the home and taken into custody without incident. Authorities say the preliminary investigation indicates that the shooting followed a heated domestic dispute, though the exact nature and cause of the altercation are still being pieced together. A firearm believed to have been used in the shootings was recovered at the scene.
The motive remains under investigation, but detectives with the department’s Violent Crimes Unit are exploring several angles, including past domestic incidents, mental and emotional wellbeing, and access to firearms within the household.
“This is an absolutely heartbreaking case,” said Police Chief Angela Torres during a Monday morning press conference. “We’re talking about a child—barely a teenager—who now faces the reality of having taken the lives of both of his parents. It’s a tragedy that defies explanation.”
Chief Torres added that the investigation remains active and ongoing. Trevor Lee has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and is currently being held at a juvenile detention center. A hearing is expected later this week to determine whether he will be tried as an adult.
Neighbors described the Lee family as relatively quiet and private. Several recalled seeing Trevor playing basketball in the driveway or walking home from school. One neighbor, Karen Billings, said she was shocked by the news. “They always seemed like such a normal family,” she said. “It’s horrifying to think something like this could happen just a few doors down.”
In the aftermath of the tragedy, grief counselors have been dispatched to Trevor’s middle school to help classmates and staff process the news. School officials released a statement expressing their condolences to the family and noting that support services would be available indefinitely.
Local advocacy groups are also responding. A spokesperson for the Safe Homes Coalition emphasized the importance of early intervention and community awareness. “We must talk to our children. We must create environments where young people feel safe expressing their emotions, frustrations, and struggles before they reach a breaking point,” said the organization’s director, Lillian Garcia.
The shooting has also reignited debates surrounding youth access to firearms. While it’s unclear at this point how Trevor obtained the weapon, police did confirm that it was registered to one of the parents.
“This is a wake-up call for all of us,” said City Council Member Jerome Whitaker. “We need stronger safeguards in place. We need to protect families from these kinds of preventable tragedies.”
As the community grapples with the immense loss and unthinkable circumstances, a growing memorial of flowers, candles, and handwritten notes has begun to form outside the Lee family home. Friends, neighbors, and even strangers have come by to pay their respects and mourn the couple whose lives were cut short in such a devastating way.
For now, authorities continue their investigation, and many are left asking how such a tragedy could happen—and what can be done to prevent others like it.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic conflict or emotional distress, help is available. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.
