In Plain Sight: The Kaufman County Prosecutor Murders

In Plain Sight: The Kaufman County Prosecutor Murders

by Kathryn Casey

4.6 out of 5

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On January 31, 2013, Kaufman County, Texas, District Attorney Mike McLelland and his wife, Cynthia, were brutally murdered in their home. The murders sent shockwaves through the small community and the nation, and the subsequent investigation became one of the most high-profile criminal cases in Texas history.

In Plain Sight: The Kaufman County Prosecutor Murders is a gripping true crime account of the murders and the investigation that followed. The book is written by journalist Rebecca Looney, who covered the case for the Dallas Morning News. Looney provides a detailed account of the murders, the investigation, and the trial, and she paints a vivid portrait of the victims, the killers, and the community that was torn apart by the tragedy.

In Plain Sight is a fascinating and disturbing look at a senseless crime that shook a small town to its core. Looney's writing is clear and concise, and she does an excellent job of explaining the complex legal and forensic issues involved in the case. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in true crime or the criminal justice system.

The Victims

Mike McLelland was a respected prosecutor who had served Kaufman County for over 20 years. He was known for his tough stance on crime and his dedication to justice. Cynthia McLelland was a loving wife and mother who was active in her community. The couple had two children, a son and a daughter.

On the night of the murders, the McLellands were watching television in their home when they were attacked by two masked gunmen. Mike McLelland was shot in the head and chest, and Cynthia McLelland was shot in the head. The killers then fled the scene.

The Investigation

The Kaufman County Sheriff's Office immediately launched an investigation into the murders. The investigation was quickly taken over by the Texas Rangers, who brought in a team of experienced investigators to work on the case.

The Rangers quickly identified Eric Williams and his wife, Kim Williams, as suspects in the murders. Eric Williams was a former Kaufman County justice of the peace who had been fired by Mike McLelland. Kim Williams was a former Kaufman County employee who had been fired by Cynthia McLelland.

The Rangers arrested Eric and Kim Williams on February 4, 2013. The couple was charged with capital murder in the deaths of Mike and Cynthia McLelland.

The Trial

The trial of Eric and Kim Williams began in October 2014. The trial lasted for over two months, and the jury heard from dozens of witnesses. The prosecution presented evidence that the Williamses had planned and carried out the murders in retaliation for being fired from their jobs.

The defense attorneys argued that the Williamses were not guilty of the murders. They claimed that the couple had been framed by the Texas Rangers.

On December 11, 2014, the jury found Eric and Kim Williams guilty of capital murder. The couple was sentenced to death.

The Aftermath

The murders of Mike and Cynthia McLelland had a profound impact on the Kaufman County community. The trial of the Williamses brought the case back into the spotlight, and the community was once again forced to confront the tragedy.

In Plain Sight: The Kaufman County Prosecutor Murders is a powerful and moving account of a senseless crime that shook a small town to its core. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in true crime or the criminal justice system.

In Plain Sight: The Kaufman County Prosecutor Murders

by Kathryn Casey

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	13166 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	496 pages

FREE