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Mother Accused of Killing Two Children Told Deputies 'They Were With the Devil'

KHOU 11November 5, 20252 min2,662 views
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Disturbing Incident and Arrest

  • πŸ’” A Houston-area mother, Oninda Romelius, is accused of shooting her four children, resulting in the deaths of two.
  • 🚨 Investigators were called to a gas station in Angleton after the suspect drove nearly an hour from her home in Porter.
  • πŸš‘ Upon arrival, officers discovered a tragic scene where 13-year-old Ool Coington and 3-year-old Amara Chappelle had died.

Suspect's Chilling Statements

  • πŸ’¬ When asked why she called 911, Romelius allegedly told investigators, "Instead of them doing it to me, I'm going to do it to them."
  • 😈 She reportedly stated she called "the devil" and told detectives her children were with the devil.
  • βš”οΈ Romelius also allegedly said, "You can't take me without me taking you," indicating a motive to harm her children before herself.

Surviving Children and Background

  • πŸ₯ The two surviving children, 9-year-old Kyle Romelius and 8-year-old Treviel Donner, were airlifted to Memorial Herman Hospital and are in critical condition.
  • βš–οΈ Romelius has a criminal record including arrests for DUI, drug possession, and reckless driving.
  • πŸ“Ί She previously appeared on the reality TV show "Paternity Court" nearly 12 years ago.

Investigation and Legal Proceedings

  • 🏠 Investigators searched the suspect's home in Porter but have not released details on any findings.
  • πŸ‘Ά Child Protective Services (CPS) confirmed one prior interaction with the mother, but details were not disclosed.
  • πŸ’° Oninda Romelius is currently held in jail on a $14 million bond.
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