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FOX 35 Orlando published July 25, 2025: Grandson shoots, kills both grandparents in Florida, sheriff says.
A Florida couple was killed by their grandchild in a shooting that took place Wednesday night in West Melbourne, according to deputies. One other person was injured during the shooting. FOX 35's Randi Hildreth spoke to a neighbor who tried to help one of the victims.
WESH 2 News published July 25, 2025: Brevard County faith community mourns as accused killer breaks down.
Fox35 News, Florida local
written by Annabelle Sikes
Thursday July 24, 2025
WEST MELBOURNE, Fla - A Florida couple was killed by their grandchild in a shooting that took place Wednesday night in West Melbourne, according to deputies. One other person was injured during the shooting.
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) said they have now arrested the 22-year-old grandchild for the alleged murder.
2 dead, 1 injured in shooting
What we know: A 22-year-old from Texas, Jeremyah Campbell, has been arrested for the alleged murder of his grandparents, George and Mary White, in a shooting that took place Wednesday night in a neighborhood at Washington Street and Milwaukee Ave in West Melbourne.
One other person, a 25-year-old neighbor, was injured during the shooting. However, deputies said they received non-life-threatening injuries and are expected to recover.
Officials said George White and the neighbor were shot outside the home, while Mary White was shot inside the home.
Campbell is being held on no bond at the Brevard County Jail. He is facing charges including two counts of second-degree murder, one count of attempted second-degree murder and shooting into an occupied residence.
What they're saying: "I want to thank our deputies and West Melbourne police officers who initially responded to this call, along with the agents and crime scene, for their hard work on this investigation," Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said. "We ask that you keep the White’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!"
According to deputies, the shooting began shortly after 8 p.m. when a man ran to a neighbor’s house across the street, saying that his wife had been shot.
Shortly after, more gunshots were fired, striking both the man and his neighbor. The man that was asking for help was taken to a local hospital where he died.
The neighbor was also taken to a hospital and is expected to survive.
Authorities found the man's wife dead inside a home.
Couple killed, neighbor hurt in West Melbourne shooting
What we don't know: The motive behind the shooting is still unknown.
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Fox13 News, Tampa Bay, Florida local
written by Staff
Sunday August 3, 2025
MELBOURNE, Florida - A 22-year-old man accused of fatally shooting his grandparents in Brevard County last week told investigators he did so because "God told him to send his grandparents to him," according to newly released court documents.
What we know: Jeremyah Campbell, 22, is accused of killing his grandparents, George and Mary White, in a shooting that took place last Wednesday night in Melbourne, Florida.
Police say Campbell told investigators he carried out the killings because "God told him to send his grandparents to him." He is facing two counts of second-degree murder and one count of attempted murder and is being held without bond at the Brevard County Jail.
The backstory: According to newly released court records, George White ran to a neighbor’s home claiming his wife had been shot. As the neighbor called 911, more shots were fired through the door, striking George White. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital, while Mary White was found dead inside their home. The neighbor’s daughter was also injured by gunfire.
What we don't know: Authorities have not commented on Campbell’s mental health status or whether any history of mental illness played a role. A formal motive has not been released beyond the statements Campbell reportedly made to police during his arrest.
What they're saying: During questioning, Campbell allegedly told detectives, "Now Satan sees. I am a valuable man of the kingdom," in reference to the killings.
His comments have raised further concerns about his mental state at the time of the incident.
What's next: Campbell remains in custody at the Brevard County Jail. Authorities have not released further details about his mental health or a possible motive beyond his statements to police.
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