What happened in Georgetown, Texas?

A triple homicide occurred in which an 8-year-old girl, her mother, and her cousin were found shot dead.

Who were the victims?

The victims were 39-year-old Doneisha Brooks, her 8-year-old daughter Olivia Brooks, and 34-year-old Alonzo Hawkins.

When did the incident take place?

The incident occurred on Saturday night, with the police receiving a call around 7:26 p.m.

What were the conditions of the victims when found?

All three victims had multiple gunshot wounds.

Where did Doneisha and Olivia move from?

Doneisha and Olivia moved to Central Texas from Mansfield in early 2024.

What led to the tragedy?

On the night before the shooting, someone attempted to kick in Doneisha's door, prompting her to call for help from Alonzo.

What are the community members doing in response?

Family members have initiated a fundraiser for funeral expenses and a memorial balloon release is planned in Mansfield.

September 18, 2025

Triple Homicide in Georgetown Shocks Community

Georgetown, September 18, 2025

News Summary

A tragic triple homicide in Georgetown, Texas, has left the community in mourning. An 8-year-old girl, her mother, and her cousin were found dead from gunshot wounds in their apartment. Family describes the victims as loving and dedicated individuals. The police are investigating, identifying a person of interest, but no arrests have been made yet. As the community grieves, a memorial balloon release is planned to honor the victims.

Georgetown, Texas – A shocking triple homicide claimed the lives of an 8-year-old girl, her mother, and her cousin late Saturday night. The victims were identified as 39-year-old Doneisha Brooks, her daughter Olivia Brooks, and 34-year-old Alonzo Hawkins. The Georgetown Police Department received a call at approximately 7:26 p.m. and arrived on the scene by 7:33 p.m., where they discovered all three individuals had suffered multiple gunshot wounds.

The tragic incident unfolded at an apartment on Luther Drive, where the family had recently settled. Doneisha and Olivia had moved to Central Texas from Mansfield in early 2024, seeking a fresh start. Alonzo Hawkins, Doneisha’s cousin, had been invited to stay with them to support this new beginning after he was encouraged by Doneisha.

Family members described Doneisha as a loving mother dedicated to building a good life for her daughter, while Olivia was characterized as a bright and loving child with a passion for makeup and creating silly videos. She was remembered as a sassy girl who was just beginning to enjoy life. Alonzo Hawkins was known for his protective nature, sense of humor, and was also a father of two.

This tragedy has left family members and the community grieving, particularly over the loss of young Olivia. The events leading up to the shooting escalated alarmingly; on the night before the murders, someone attempted to kick in Doneisha’s door, leading her to call for help from Alonzo. Now, police believe that the suspect knew the victims and have identified a person of interest. However, no arrests have been made as of yet. The investigation has drawn assistance from the Texas Rangers, Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

A local pastor expressed concern about the impact of gun violence on the community, emphasizing the deep grief experienced by the family during this time. In response to the tragedy, family members have initiated an online fundraiser to assist with funeral expenses. Additionally, a memorial balloon release is planned at McClendon Park in Mansfield on Saturday at 6 p.m., where the public is invited to participate in honoring the lives of the victims.

The Georgetown Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the case to contact them at 512-930-3510 or submit tips through Crime Stoppers.

FAQ

What happened in Georgetown, Texas?: A triple homicide occurred in which an 8-year-old girl, her mother, and her cousin were found shot dead.
Who were the victims?: The victims were 39-year-old Doneisha Brooks, her 8-year-old daughter Olivia Brooks, and 34-year-old Alonzo Hawkins.
When did the incident take place?: The incident occurred on Saturday night, with the police receiving a call around 7:26 p.m.
What were the conditions of the victims when found?: All three victims had multiple gunshot wounds.
Where did Doneisha and Olivia move from?: Doneisha and Olivia moved to Central Texas from Mansfield in early 2024.
What led to the tragedy?: On the night before the shooting, someone attempted to kick in Doneisha’s door, prompting her to call for help from Alonzo.
How is the investigation progressing?: Police believe the suspect knew the victims and have identified a person of interest, but no arrests have been made yet.
What are the community members doing in response?: Family members have initiated a fundraiser for funeral expenses and a memorial balloon release is planned in Mansfield.

Key Features of the Incident

Feature	Details
Victims	Doneisha Brooks (39), Olivia Brooks (8), Alonzo Hawkins (34)
Event Date	Saturday night
Location	Apartments on Luther Drive, Georgetown, Texas
Police Response Time	7:26 p.m. call, 7:33 p.m. arrival
Investigation Status	Identified person of interest; no arrests made
Community Response	Fundraiser for funeral expenses; memorial balloon release planned

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