Plano Man Sentenced 50 Years for Murdering Mother

Robert Lee Timmons Jr., a 34-year-old resident of Plano, Texas, has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for the brutal murder of his mother, Rene Timmons. On May 16, 2024, Rene was found dead in her home, wrapped in a blanket with clear signs of having been savagely beaten and strangled. Timmons confessed to attacking her with a metal pipe and a piece of wood while high on methamphetamine, and he admitted to falsely accusing his mother of assault the day before the murder. Authorities noted Timmons' history of violent behavior, drug abuse, and refusal to work, which led his mother to want him to move out. The Collin County District Attorney highlighted the case as a grim reminder of how methamphetamine can fuel violence and tear families apart. Law enforcement praised the cooperation between Plano and Richardson police for quickly apprehending Timmons and ensuring community safety.