Suspect in Riverside triple-homicide killed in pursuit shootout was a former Virginia State Trooper; abducted teen OK, victim of 'catfishing,' authorities say
According to authorities, on Friday, Nov. 25, deputies spotted 28-year-old Austin Edwards driving a red Kia Soul south on Highway 247. Aircraft tracked Edwards until SWAT units could get in place. The planes followed Edwards onto Highway 62 and ultimately Kelso Cima Road before the deputies could get in position.
When the team intercepted the vehicle, Edwards continued to drive away, shooting at deputies as he tried to get away. He lost control of the car when he drove off the road. Shortly after the crash, Edwards exited the car and pointed his gun toward a sheriff's helicopter. Edwards was accused in the murder of 69-year-old Mary Winek, 65-year-old Sharie Winek and 38-year-old Brooke Winek.
They believe he parked his car in a neighbor's driveway and walked into the teen's home before murdering her grandfather, grandmother and mother. Their bodies were found in the residence when firefighters responded to the burning home Friday afternoon. Detectives said Edwards worked for the Virginia State Police for over a year until four days before the triple homicide. After his time with the state police, Edwards began working with the Washington County Sheriff's Department in Virginia.
"Our hearts go out to the Winek family and their loved ones during this time of tremendous grief, as this is a tragedy for all Riversiders," stated Riverside Police Chief Larry Gonzalez.
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