The grandson of Denton County Commissioner Bobby Mitchell was arrested Monday after allegedly stabbing a Texas politician and her husband.
Why is it important?
In a press release posted to Facebook, the Louisville Police Department described Mitchell as “a prominent civil servant.” She was elected the city’s first black mayor in 1993 and previously served on the Louisville City Council. She resigned as mayor in 2000 to pursue county status.
What do you know
Louisville Police Department officials responded to a report of the attack on Springwood Drive around 3:53am. The victims were identified as Bobby Mitchell and her husband, Fred Mitchell.
Police have identified the suspect as his grandson, Michelle Blake Reinker. He was still on the scene when the officials arrived.
Denton County and Louisville Jail City
Authorities said Rinker was taken into custody “quickly” and “satisfied.”
District 3 commissioner Bobby Mitchell is in stable condition and is undergoing treatment for a stab wound. Fred Mitchell was declared dead from injury shortly after 5am.
The commissioner has been living in Lewisville since 1971. She has two children, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She has been in government roles since 1985.
Who is Mitchell Reinker?
The 23-year-old Rhineker is a resident of Louisville. He was booked at Lewisville Prison. He is charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
What people are saying
Denton County Judge Andy Eases on Facebook: “My dear friend, colleague and Leader District 3 Commissioner Bobby J. Mitchell suffered a great tragedy this morning. I pray for her and her family, and my beloved husband, Fred Mitchell, and longtime friends, respect this idiot.
Previous Twitter Texas Sen. Jared Patterson said, “I pray to Leslie and me for Commissioner Bobbie Mitchell, Denton County’s most beloved civil servant, and I am trying to recover from this attack, mourning the death of my husband, Fred.”
What will happen next
The Louisville Police Department said the crime scene will be active as investigators and detectives continue to process the evidence and investigate the circumstances leading up to the attack. Police also said additional information will be released as the investigation continues.
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