Denton Commissioner Stabbed, Husband Killed by Grandson

Denton County Commissioner Bobbie J. Mitchell was hospitalized and her husband, Fred Mitchell, was killed after both were stabbed in their Lewisville, Texas home early Monday morning. Police arrested their 23-year-old grandson, Mitchell Blake Reinacher, at the scene, charging him with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The motive for the attack remains unclear as the investigation continues. Bobbie Mitchell, who was Lewisville’s first Black mayor and has served as county commissioner since 2000, is in stable condition and expected to recover. The incident has prompted support and condolences from local officials and the community. The Mitchell family expressed gratitude for the community's outreach and will provide updates about Fred Mitchell’s funeral.