In the quiet hours before dawn on May 25, 2025, a tragedy unfolded in Warner Robins, Georgia, that left a community grappling with grief and disbelief. The lives of Virginia Boston, 49, and her daughter, Re’Dashia Boston, 29, were cut short in a double homicide that has shaken the tight-knit neighborhood along Woodland Trail. The Houston County Sheriff’s Office responded to a distressing call at approximately 6:35 a.m., arriving at a residence in the 200 block near The Pines of Warner Robins apartment complex. There, deputies discovered the bodies of the two women, both killed by gunshot wounds. The coroner pronounced them dead at the scene, and their bodies were sent to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Crime Lab for autopsies to further determine the circumstances of their deaths.
Sheriff Matt Moulton, addressing the press, confirmed the victims were mother and daughter, a revelation that deepened the sorrow felt by those who knew them. Re’Dashia, a dedicated nursing student and mother to a five-year-old son, was described by her sister, Nomeil Tucker, as a vibrant young woman with dreams of building a better future for her family. Virginia, her mother, was remembered as a calm and nurturing presence, a pillar of strength for those around her. The discovery of their bodies by Re’Dashia’s young son, who sought help from a neighbor to call 911, added a heart-wrenching layer to the tragedy. Tucker, speaking through her grief, said she is focused on staying strong for her nephew, who now faces life without his mother and grandmother.
Authorities swiftly identified Rashad Williams, a 29-year-old from Cordele and Re’Dashia’s boyfriend, as a person of interest. Sheriff Moulton indicated that the shootings appeared to stem from a domestic dispute, though specific details about the events leading up to the killings remain under wraps as the investigation continues. The Houston County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Crisp and Worth County Sheriff’s Offices, launched a rapid search for Williams. By 7:30 a.m., the Crisp County Sheriff’s Office joined the effort, and by 3 p.m., Worth County deputies were also involved. Their coordinated work paid off when Williams was located at 4 p.m., hiding in an abandoned farmhouse in Warwick. He was apprehended without resistance and transported to the Houston County Detention Center, where he now faces two counts of murder. Sheriff’s officials noted that additional charges may be forthcoming as they uncover more evidence.
The deaths of Virginia and Re’Dashia mark the ninth and tenth homicides in Houston County for 2025, a stark reminder of the persistent challenge of violent crime in the region. Sheriff’s officials have highlighted that nine of these cases are believed to be linked to domestic violence, underscoring a troubling pattern. The community response has been one of profound mourning and shock. Tiffani Lewis, a neighbor, described the day as a nightmare, noting the devastating impact on the families and friends left behind. Local resources, including the Salvation Army in Warner Robins, the Crisis Line and Safe House in Macon, and the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence’s 24-hour hotline, have been shared widely to support those affected by domestic violence.
As the investigation progresses, the Houston County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information to contact Corporal Kody Barfield at (478) 542-2085. A GoFundMe page has been established to support the Boston family, reflecting the community’s desire to rally around them in this time of loss. The tragedy serves as a painful reminder of the devastating toll of domestic violence, leaving Warner Robins to mourn two lives lost and to seek answers in the pursuit of justice.
