Justin Blount called 911 to report that he had discovered his father dead inside the older man's home on Trails End Road in Conroe, Texas, but investigators now allege the son was responsible for the killing and had used the victim's credit cards without authorization afterward.
Background
James Raymond Blount, 81, was pronounced dead at the scene after Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the call around 8 a.m. on Monday. The elder Blount, known in his community as "Mr. Jim," suffered from an apparent gunshot wound, according to authorities.
The city of Conroe serves as the county seat of Montgomery County and sits approximately 40 miles north of Houston. Friends described James Blount as a passionate horseman who was well respected in the community.
"This is truly a remarkable man that we lost," his friend Linda Young told Houston NBC affiliate KPRC. "Jim was one of the nicest people you would ever meet. He would give you the shirt off your back. To have this kind of insanity done to him is just shocking."
The Investigation
Detectives with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation after responding to Justin Blount's 911 call. As authorities examined the scene and gathered evidence, they learned that Justin Blount had allegedly used his father's credit cards without authorization.
According to jail records reviewed by Law&Crime, investigators determined that he not only accessed the victim's financial resources but is also responsible for his murder. Detectives reportedly found evidence linking the son to his father's killing, though authorities have not disclosed specific details of that evidence.
Justin Blount was booked into the Montgomery County Jail on Monday following his arrest.
Key Takeaways
- James Raymond Blount, 81, was found dead inside his home in Conroe, Texas, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound
- His son, Justin Blount, 38, called 911 to report finding his father deceased
- Investigators allege the son used his father's credit cards without authorization after the killing
- Justin Blount has been charged with murder and credit or debit card abuse against an elderly individual
What's Next
Justin Blount remains in custody at the Montgomery County Jail without bond. The case is expected to proceed through the Montgomery County criminal justice system, where he will face charges of murder and financial exploitation of an elderly individual.
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office continues its investigation and may release additional details as the case develops.