Columbus man arrested after stabbing death of woman, dog in home
A Columbus man was arrested Wednesday by Harris County Sheriff’s Office after the stabbing death of an elderly woman and a dog occurred Monday evening in a north Columbus subdivision.
Columbus police officers responded to the 7200 block of Wedel Drive in reference to an assault on Monday, July 24, 2023 around 5:55 P.M. when they located a deceased female with stab wounds inside of the residence. The female was later identified as 77-year-old Lystra Lewis. A dog was also found deceased from a stab wound inside the residence.
The Violent Crimes Unit was called to the scene to take lead on the investigation.
The investigation led to the suspect being identified as Gregory Wharton, Jr., 26. A manhunt began for Wharton, Jr. which later led to him being arrested on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 by Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Wharton, Jr. is being charged with Murder, Battery x2, Possession of a Knife During the Commission of a Crime, and Aggravated Cruelty to Animals.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Sgt. D. Danforth at 706-225-4299 or [email protected]. Information can also be submitted anonymously via TipSoft or by texting VACS plus your
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