Houston, January 28, 2026
A suspect has been charged with capital murder in connection to a deadly home invasion in Houston. The incident involved a personal grievance over unpaid bail relating to the victim. Houston police arrested Tajuana Thomas and Richard Mouton for the fatal shooting of a 72-year-old woman, while a separate case saw bond denied for a teenage suspect involved in a recent shooting on a METRO bus. The tragic event highlights the serious consequences of personal disputes escalating to violence.
Houston Home Invasion Suspect Charged with Capital Murder; Motive Linked to Unpaid Bail
Houston – A suspect has been charged with capital murder following a deadly home invasion that took place early Monday morning in Houston. Authorities indicate that one of the suspects was reportedly upset with the victim for previously refusing to post bail, sources say.
This new information points to a personal grievance as a significant factor in the violent incident.
Investigation Details
Houston police have charged Tajuana Thomas and Richard Mouton with capital murder in connection to the fatal shooting of a 72-year-old woman on Lockwood Drive. Additionally, bond has been denied for a teenage murder suspect in a fatal shooting on a Houston METRO bus, which is a separate but recent incident of bond denial for a teenage murder suspect in Houston.
Background
The deadly home invasion underscores the severe consequences that can arise from personal disputes escalating into violent crime.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in Houston recently?
A deadly home invasion occurred early Monday morning in Houston, leading to capital murder charges against a suspect.
What was the reported motive for the home invasion?
One of the suspects was reportedly upset with the victim for previously refusing to post bail, sources say.
Have suspects been identified?
Houston police have charged Tajuana Thomas and Richard Mouton with capital murder in connection to the fatal shooting of a 72-year-old woman on Lockwood Drive.
Has anyone been denied bond in connection with a recent Houston incident?
Yes, bond has been denied for a teenage murder suspect in a fatal shooting on a Houston METRO bus, which is a separate but recent incident of bond denial for a teenage murder suspect in Houston.
Key Aspects of the Houston Home Invasion
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Houston |
| Incident Type | Deadly Home Invasion |
| Timing | Early Monday morning (recent, within 48 hours) |
| Primary Motive | Suspect upset with victim for previously refusing to post bail |
| Charges | Capital Murder |
| Identified Suspects | Tajuana Thomas, Richard Mouton |
| Additional Suspect Status | Bond denied for a teenage murder suspect in a separate but recent fatal shooting on a Houston METRO bus |
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