Edward Lagrone
Serial Killer and Rapist
CLASSIFICATION: Serial Homicide
LOCATION
Fort Worth, Texas
TIME PERIOD
May 1991
VICTIMS
3 confirmed
On May 30, 1991, Edward Lewis Lagrone was apprehended in Fort Worth, Texas, following the brutal triple murder of the Lloyd family, which included the fatal shooting of 10-year-old Shakeisha Lloyd, whom he had sexually assaulted and impregnated. The incident occurred in their residence, where Lagrone shot and killed Shakeisha, her mother Pamela Lloyd, and her brother, after a history of sexual abuse and threats against the victims. Lagrone, previously convicted of murder in 1976, had been released from prison in 1984 and continued to engage in criminal behavior, culminating in these heinous acts. He was convicted of capital murder, sentenced to death, and executed by lethal injection on February 11, 2004. Significant evidence included ballistic matches linking Lagrone to the crime scene and testimonies from surviving family members.
Edward Lagrone is believed to have been a serial killer who exhibited a pattern of violence and sexual assault, culminating in the brutal murder of the Lloyd family, including a child he had impregnated. Some speculate that his early release from prison after serving only seven years for a previous murder contributed to his later crimes, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in handling repeat offenders. Additionally, there are discussions about whether Lagrone's history of violence and psychological issues were adequately addressed during his earlier incarceration, potentially preventing his subsequent murders.
The Grim Path of Edward Lagrone
Early Life and First Murder
Edward Lewis Lagrone's life began on March 3, 1957, in the bustling city of Fort Worth, Texas. Born into a large family, young Lagrone faced the struggles of growing up in a housing project in the southeast part of the city. His educational journey was short-lived, ending abruptly in the 10th grade.
At the age of 19, Lagrone's life took a dark turn. On the evening of October 3, 1976, outside the Lucky Lady Lounge, a heated argument with an acquaintance, Michael Anthony Jones, escalated into violence. In a fit of anger, Lagrone drew a .38 caliber revolver and shot Jones in the head, following with more shots into his body. Although he professed his innocence, the evidence was damning. Lagrone waived his right to a jury trial and was convicted of murder, receiving a 20-year prison sentence. After serving only seven years, he was released in 1984, but his criminal record shadowed his attempts to reintegrate into society.
Life After Release
Lagrone's post-incarceration life was a turbulent one. He found employment as a factory worker, and a year later, entered into a relationship with Pamela Lloyd. He became a frequent guest at her apartment, where she lived with her children and other relatives. Despite this semblance of normalcy, Lagrone's criminal inclinations persisted. He began preying on teenage girls, using threats to silence them. His record during this period included two arrests for crack cocaine possession, in October 1990 and February 1991.
The Triple Murder
The year 1990 marked another sinister chapter in Lagrone's life. He began sexually assaulting Pamela's daughter, 9-year-old Shakeisha. Her silence was enforced by threats on her life. The abuse came to light when Shakeisha experienced discomfort, prompting a hospital visit that revealed she was 17 weeks pregnant. This shocking revelation led to a family upheaval; all ties with Lagrone were severed, and charges of sexual assault were filed against him. Lagrone, desperate to escape justice, attempted to bribe Pamela with $1,500 to drop the charges, but she refused.
Fueled by rage, Lagrone resorted to threats, vowing to kill the family if they pursued the charges. His threats culminated in a chilling act of violence. Unable to legally purchase firearms, he enlisted his new girlfriend to buy two Winchester Model 1300 shotguns. Armed with these weapons, Lagrone visited Lloyd's apartment. The door was opened by Pamela's 48-year-old uncle, Dempsey, who was shot but survived. Lagrone's murderous spree continued inside, where he shot Shakeisha in the head and killed her great-aunts, Zenobia Anderson, 90, and Carola Lloyd, 83, who was both blind and deaf. While some family members managed to escape and alert the police, Lagrone fled but was soon captured at his girlfriend's Arlington apartment. He was jailed with a bail set at $3.45 million.
The Trial and Conviction
In the courtroom, Lagrone denied the heinous acts attributed to him, even as DNA tests confirmed with 99.9% certainty that he was the father of Shakeisha's unborn child. Witnesses placed him at the scene, including Dempsey Lloyd, who identified Lagrone as the shooter. Despite attempts by his defense to discredit these testimonies, the evidence against Lagrone was overwhelming. His girlfriend and a gun store clerk corroborated the purchase of the murder weapon, linking him directly to the crime. In a harrowing revelation, two of Lagrone's sisters testified that he had assaulted them years prior, underscoring his history of violence. Convicted on all charges, Lagrone received the death penalty.
Execution and Final Words
Lagrone's subsequent appeals and further paternity tests, each confirming his paternity conclusively, did nothing to alter his fate. On February 11, 2004, he was executed by lethal injection at the Huntsville Unit. To the end, he maintained his innocence, his last words: "I just want to say I'm not sad today. I'm not bitter with anyone. As I've said from day one, I didn't go in there and kill them, but I'm no better than the people that did. Jesus is Lord."
Edward Lagrone was laid to rest at Captain Joe Byrd Cemetery, leaving behind a legacy of brutal crimes that continue to haunt the memories of those affected.
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First Murder Committed
Edward Lagrone shoots Michael Anthony Jones in a fight.
Released from Prison
Lagrone is released after serving 7 years for the murder of Jones.
Sexual Assault Begins
Lagrone starts sexually assaulting 9-year-old Shakeisha Lloyd.
Triple Murder Occurs
Lagrone murders Shakeisha Lloyd and two great-aunts.
Lagrone Arrested
Lagrone is arrested at his girlfriend's apartment after the murders.
Trial Begins
Trial for the triple murder of the Lloyd family starts.
Found Guilty
Lagrone is convicted of three counts of murder.
Executed
Edward Lagrone is executed by lethal injection.
On May 30, 1991, Edward Lewis Lagrone was apprehended in Fort Worth, Texas, following the brutal triple murder of the Lloyd family, which included the fatal shooting of 10-year-old Shakeisha Lloyd, whom he had sexually assaulted and impregnated. The incident occurred in their residence, where Lagrone shot and killed Shakeisha, her mother Pamela Lloyd, and her brother, after a history of sexual abuse and threats against the victims. Lagrone, previously convicted of murder in 1976, had been released from prison in 1984 and continued to engage in criminal behavior, culminating in these heinous acts. He was convicted of capital murder, sentenced to death, and executed by lethal injection on February 11, 2004. Significant evidence included ballistic matches linking Lagrone to the crime scene and testimonies from surviving family members.
Edward Lagrone is believed to have been a serial killer who exhibited a pattern of violence and sexual assault, culminating in the brutal murder of the Lloyd family, including a child he had impregnated. Some speculate that his early release from prison after serving only seven years for a previous murder contributed to his later crimes, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in handling repeat offenders. Additionally, there are discussions about whether Lagrone's history of violence and psychological issues were adequately addressed during his earlier incarceration, potentially preventing his subsequent murders.
The Grim Path of Edward Lagrone
Early Life and First Murder
Edward Lewis Lagrone's life began on March 3, 1957, in the bustling city of Fort Worth, Texas. Born into a large family, young Lagrone faced the struggles of growing up in a housing project in the southeast part of the city. His educational journey was short-lived, ending abruptly in the 10th grade.
At the age of 19, Lagrone's life took a dark turn. On the evening of October 3, 1976, outside the Lucky Lady Lounge, a heated argument with an acquaintance, Michael Anthony Jones, escalated into violence. In a fit of anger, Lagrone drew a .38 caliber revolver and shot Jones in the head, following with more shots into his body. Although he professed his innocence, the evidence was damning. Lagrone waived his right to a jury trial and was convicted of murder, receiving a 20-year prison sentence. After serving only seven years, he was released in 1984, but his criminal record shadowed his attempts to reintegrate into society.
Life After Release
Lagrone's post-incarceration life was a turbulent one. He found employment as a factory worker, and a year later, entered into a relationship with Pamela Lloyd. He became a frequent guest at her apartment, where she lived with her children and other relatives. Despite this semblance of normalcy, Lagrone's criminal inclinations persisted. He began preying on teenage girls, using threats to silence them. His record during this period included two arrests for crack cocaine possession, in October 1990 and February 1991.
The Triple Murder
The year 1990 marked another sinister chapter in Lagrone's life. He began sexually assaulting Pamela's daughter, 9-year-old Shakeisha. Her silence was enforced by threats on her life. The abuse came to light when Shakeisha experienced discomfort, prompting a hospital visit that revealed she was 17 weeks pregnant. This shocking revelation led to a family upheaval; all ties with Lagrone were severed, and charges of sexual assault were filed against him. Lagrone, desperate to escape justice, attempted to bribe Pamela with $1,500 to drop the charges, but she refused.
Fueled by rage, Lagrone resorted to threats, vowing to kill the family if they pursued the charges. His threats culminated in a chilling act of violence. Unable to legally purchase firearms, he enlisted his new girlfriend to buy two Winchester Model 1300 shotguns. Armed with these weapons, Lagrone visited Lloyd's apartment. The door was opened by Pamela's 48-year-old uncle, Dempsey, who was shot but survived. Lagrone's murderous spree continued inside, where he shot Shakeisha in the head and killed her great-aunts, Zenobia Anderson, 90, and Carola Lloyd, 83, who was both blind and deaf. While some family members managed to escape and alert the police, Lagrone fled but was soon captured at his girlfriend's Arlington apartment. He was jailed with a bail set at $3.45 million.
The Trial and Conviction
In the courtroom, Lagrone denied the heinous acts attributed to him, even as DNA tests confirmed with 99.9% certainty that he was the father of Shakeisha's unborn child. Witnesses placed him at the scene, including Dempsey Lloyd, who identified Lagrone as the shooter. Despite attempts by his defense to discredit these testimonies, the evidence against Lagrone was overwhelming. His girlfriend and a gun store clerk corroborated the purchase of the murder weapon, linking him directly to the crime. In a harrowing revelation, two of Lagrone's sisters testified that he had assaulted them years prior, underscoring his history of violence. Convicted on all charges, Lagrone received the death penalty.
Execution and Final Words
Lagrone's subsequent appeals and further paternity tests, each confirming his paternity conclusively, did nothing to alter his fate. On February 11, 2004, he was executed by lethal injection at the Huntsville Unit. To the end, he maintained his innocence, his last words: "I just want to say I'm not sad today. I'm not bitter with anyone. As I've said from day one, I didn't go in there and kill them, but I'm no better than the people that did. Jesus is Lord."
Edward Lagrone was laid to rest at Captain Joe Byrd Cemetery, leaving behind a legacy of brutal crimes that continue to haunt the memories of those affected.
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For more detailed information, you can refer to the original Wikipedia article on Edward Lagrone here.
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First Murder Committed
Edward Lagrone shoots Michael Anthony Jones in a fight.
Released from Prison
Lagrone is released after serving 7 years for the murder of Jones.
Sexual Assault Begins
Lagrone starts sexually assaulting 9-year-old Shakeisha Lloyd.
Triple Murder Occurs
Lagrone murders Shakeisha Lloyd and two great-aunts.
Lagrone Arrested
Lagrone is arrested at his girlfriend's apartment after the murders.
Trial Begins
Trial for the triple murder of the Lloyd family starts.
Found Guilty
Lagrone is convicted of three counts of murder.
Executed
Edward Lagrone is executed by lethal injection.