In a tragic turn of events, the Austin Police Department has reported a homicide that occurred in the 6700 block of Windrift Way. According to a statement from the APD, officers received a call at around 5:39 p.m. on Monday, July 1, regarding a stabbing incident. On arrival, a man later identified as James Lerond, was discovered with fatal stab wounds.
Authorities were directed to the scene with the help of several calls, one of which reported someone bleeding on the street. ATCEMS personnel attempted lifesaving measures on the victim, James Lerond, born December 27, 1972. Officers who canvassed the area followed footprints from the street to a nearby house, where they found another male, later identified as Hayden Craig Lerond, the victim's son, with blood on his knees and minor injuries.
The subsequent investigation by homicide detectives and crime scene specialists pointed to a grim conclusion: the younger Lerond was responsible for the deadly assault on his father. After being treated for his injuries, Hayden Lerond, aged 22, was arrested and charged with 1st Degree Murder, making this the 30th homicide case Austin has seen this year. He is currently being held in Travis County jail.
The APD has issued a call to the public for any information related to the case, suggesting that tipsters contact the department directly or provide anonymous tips via the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program. There may be a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest, the situation adds a sorrowful highlight to the year's tally of violent acts.
