Triple Homicide Shocks Georgetown Community
GEORGETOWN, Texas — A quiet Georgetown neighborhood is reeling after a horrifying tragedy left three people dead, including an 8-year-old girl. Police confirmed that the victims—34-year-old Alonzo Hawkins, 39-year-old Doneisha Brooks, and the young girl—were found shot multiple times inside an apartment complex near Tippit Middle School on Saturday evening.
Authorities responded to the scene around 7:30 p.m., where they discovered the victims inside one of the units. The shocking violence has shaken both residents of the complex and the broader Georgetown community, a city that is more often recognized for its tranquility than for violent crime.
Neighbors described the atmosphere as tense and heartbreaking. Freddy Garza, whose girlfriend and friends live in and around the complex, expressed disbelief. “This is very, very rare to hear this kind of stuff. You don’t see this stuff in Georgetown,” he said. “Slow it down, man. You can’t keep up with the other cities.”
Another resident, Collette Cusineau, was startled awake by the commotion and shared her grief. “It was sad because nobody deserves to lose their life. And especially when you read about a child losing their life,” she said, her voice heavy with emotion.
The Georgetown Police Department has indicated that evidence suggests the victims knew the suspect. Authorities have already identified a possible suspect and are actively searching for them, though further details have not been released at this time. Investigators are asking the public for patience as they continue piecing together what led to the deadly encounter.
The crime scene, located in a family-oriented area backing up to Tippit Middle School, underscores the profound impact the violence has on both residents and children in the community. Parents expressed concerns about safety and the increasing presence of violence in a city once considered largely insulated from such tragedies.
Local leaders and community advocates have stressed the importance of unity and vigilance during this time of mourning. Many residents have already begun organizing vigils to honor the lives lost, particularly that of the young girl whose future was cut tragically short.
As the search for the suspect continues, Georgetown police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Detectives stress that community cooperation could play a crucial role in bringing justice to the victims and their grieving loved ones.
For now, Georgetown is left in shock, grieving three lives taken too soon and grappling with the reality that even a quiet community is not immune to heartbreaking violence.
