In a deeply disturbing case from Florida, a 37-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly killing his own mother. The man, Blake Hornsby, was found crying and bleeding when police arrived at the home where the crime happened.
What Happened at the Crime Scene?
On Wednesday around 12:30 in the afternoon, police officers were called to a house on Still Pond Road. Neighbours had called for help, saying something was wrong at the home. When deputies reached the front door, they could hear someone crying inside.
Blake Hornsby opened the door. Officers described him as very emotional and upset. He was crying and said, “She’s inside.” The police saw that Hornsby had open wounds and was bleeding on the floor.
When officers entered the house, they found a woman lying unconscious and not breathing. She had serious injuries on her neck and many bruises on her body. The woman was later identified as Mary Jane Ward, 64, who was Hornsby’s mother. Sadly, she was declared dead at the scene.
Signs of a Struggle
Deputies noticed that Hornsby had blood on his hands, bruised knuckles, and scratch marks on his body. These injuries seemed like they happened during a physical fight. Hornsby told police that both he and his mother had been attacked earlier, but he couldn’t say much more because he was too emotional and upset.
Investigators later spoke to family members and neighbours. They confirmed that no one else was in the house at the time except for Hornsby and his mother.
Police found more cuts on Hornsby’s fingers that looked like they came from someone’s fingernails – another sign of a struggle.
A Strange Explanation
After reading him his legal rights, officers asked Hornsby what had happened. He gave a strange answer. According to the police report, Hornsby said he usually protects something, but “today he couldn’t.” He also claimed, “the robots made him do it,” but he didn’t explain what that meant.
Authorities believe Hornsby may be mentally unwell. He is now scheduled to undergo a mental health check to see if he is fit to stand trial.
What Happens Next?
Blake Hornsby has been charged with second-degree murder and is currently being held in jail without bond. His court arraignment is set for September 8, where he will officially respond to the charges. Until then, investigators are continuing their work to understand exactly what happened and why.
This tragic incident has left many shocked, especially given the unusual reasons Hornsby gave after the incident. The court will now look into his mental health to decide whether he can face a trial. As of now, a family is left grieving, and a community is trying to understand how such a thing could happen.
