From FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Carter Freemon · · 50s
Family claims financial strain and medical bills fueled Flower Mound tragedy
Flower Mound family says medical bills and financial stress may have driven a double homicide and suicide.
In brief
Flower Mound family says medical bills and financial stress may have driven a double homicide and suicide. Carlos Shelton, 65, shot his wife and son before dying after medical expenses overwhelmed him. Originally reported by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
Family says financial strain played role
A family member states Carlos Shelton faced medical bills that cost half his income, leading to financial stress.
“I know he had a lot of medical bills and half of the stuff he paid was going to that”
Shelton family details
Carlos Shelton, 65, killed his wife Elida, 63, and son Brian, 27, before suicide.
Medical issues led to financial strain
Jose Zamarippa, Carlos's husband, says medical expenses overwhelmed Carlos, causing withdrawal and poor decision-making.
“I know he had a lot of medical bills and half of the stuff he paid was going to that”
Family urges mental health support
Jose Zamarippa emphasizes seeking professional help to prevent similar tragedies.
“It's always good to seek out professional help. If there's something wrong, always go out to someone, let them know what's happening.”
Police investigation ongoing
Flower Mound police are investigating the deaths as a double homicide and suicide with no motive determined.
What to remember
Carlos Shelton, 65, shot his wife and son before dying after medical expenses overwhelmed him.
