Texas Teen Charged After Surveillance Video Shows Him Beating Mom To Death
A 15-year-old Texas teen has been charged after surveillance video, from cameras installed inside the residence, was found showing him beating his mom to death over the weekend.
On Sunday (Jan. 3) around 1 a.m., police responded to the family’s home in McKinney (just north of Dallas) after the teen’s father called 911. Upon arrival, officers discovered the 50-year-old mother, Stacy Ellen Barney, deceased inside the home. Once officials reviewed surveillance video from inside, they realized the brutal attack was captured on camera.
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Following a quick search around the neighborhood, authorities located the teen nearby. Upon his arrest, he was charged with murder. Because the teen is a juvenile, his name has not been made public. Additionally, details surrounding the motive and any other specifics have yet to be made public. Meanwhile, McKinney police released a statement noting, “This is an ongoing investigation. Our hearts go out to the victim’s family during this extremely difficult time.”
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