Escambia County Mother and Son Indicted for Home Depot Murder – Shocking Text Messages Reveal Collaboration
In a shocking turn of events, a mother and son from Escambia County, Florida, have been indicted for first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting at a Home Depot store. The grand jury returned murder indictments against 20-year-old Keith Agee and his 50-year-old mother, Sheila Agee. Keith Agee also faces two counts of aggravated battery in addition to the murder charge.
The incident occurred on August 11 at the Home Depot located on Davis Highway, where 18-year-old Brooklyn Sims tragically lost her life. According to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, the mother and son allegedly collaborated in the hours leading up to the murder, as revealed by a series of text messages. It is reported that Sheila Agee provided Sims with a ride to work at the store, where she was subsequently shot by Keith Agee.
THE TEXT MESSAGES BETWEEN KEITH AGEE AND HIS MOTHER
According to the ECSO, the following are text messages sent between Keith Agee and Sheila Agee just prior to the homicide. WARNING: The following includes offensive language and violent wording.
- Keith: “Shi ain’t do nun but cost me money and gave me a ******* I’m fin just shoot her Ik I hate that for [daughter] buh like I said I can’t take it idgaf Nomo.”
- Mother: “Ok.”
- Mother: “Ok I’ll call you and tell you mf if you want to go to jail I’ll tell you when we get close but if you don’t come kill her you a mf b**ch.”
- Mother: “Don’t call nanny and tell her she will try and talk you out of it.”
- Keith: “Ian even gon tell her y I left.” “I’m just say I gotta go to the dentist.”
- Mother: “Don’t even go there she won’t know you left.” “Don’t shoot at my mf car I don’t want to die.”
- Keith: “I’m not”
- Mother: “Wait till I put her out.”
- Keith: “I was gon wait till she got out.”
- Mother: “Ok”.
- Keith: “Buh that’s another thing if she don’t get out that car momma and I have to drag her out or can’t ima ask u to step out Cuz I’m open the door jus shoot her.”
- Mother: “As long as you don’t shoot me.”
- Mother: “Hell if you getting off work now I’ll give you the address here and you can ride over here and do it so you don’t have to do it in front of [daughter].”
- Keith: “Send it to me”
- Mother: “We just in Pensacola.”
- Keith: “I’m otw send it”
- Mother: “Hold up let me get it erase the texts cause I don’t want nobody to know I was texting you stupid ass.”
- Keith: “I already deleted mine trust me ian gon say shi abt us even tlkin td.”
- Keith: “wats the address”
- Mother: “I can’t wait to get back to that store to give you the address cause you gonna have to shoot me today I done told you about cussing me.”
- Keith: “All I want is that address momma I’m done tlkin I done tlked enough Ik wats gonna happen and I’m ok with that I done already been thinkin it thru and ther the only way for me idk why u so quick to start shi wit me buh again must be scared of Brooklyn or sum idk.”
- Keith: “She gon be onna floor right?”
- Mother: “waiting on you”
- Keith: “I’m saying I’m gone have to find her in the back or sum?”
- Mother: “Nope”
- Keith: “Ok”
- Keith: “Stay out my way”
- Mother: “I am”
- Keith: “Lol man get off my phone all I needed was that address leave me alone finish yo work day And you is to I forgot just me”
- Keith: “So that last thought of her knowin she f****d and the regret in her face will b enough to satisfy me idgaf what she see wen she dead, Yes tf she do How tf I’m pick her up when yo sorry ass tryna go gamble or hang in Jackson and she don’t pick up the phone, Nah that ain’t even gon fly she a jus die before I let that continue.”
- Mother: “Ok whatever Idc do what you do idgaf. Cause I’m going home today not to hell or to jail.”
- Keith: “good for u”
- Mother: “Ok then stop texting me I’m working. Do whatever you want to do. It don’t affect me either f***ing way.”
- Keith: “Shi ain’t do nun but cost me money and gave me a ******* I’m fin just shoot her Ik I hate that for [daughter] buh like I said I can’t take it idgaf Nomo.”
- Mother: “Ok.”
- Mother: “Ok I’ll call you and tell you mf if you want to go to jail I’ll tell you when we get close but if you don’t come kill her you a mf b**ch.”
- Mother: “Don’t call nanny and tell her she will try and talk you out of it.”
- Keith: “Ian even gon tell her y I left.” “I’m just say I gotta go to the dentist.”
- Mother: “Don’t even go there she won’t know you left.” “Don’t shoot at my mf car I don’t want to die.”
- Keith: “I’m not”
- Mother: “Wait till I put her out.”
- Keith: “I was gon wait till she got out.”
- Mother: “Ok”.
- Keith: “Buh that’s another thing if she don’t get out that car momma and I have to drag her out or can’t ima ask u to step out Cuz I’m open the door jus shoot her.”
- Mother: “As long as you don’t shoot me.”
- Mother: “Hell if you getting off work now I’ll give you the address here and you can ride over here and do it so you don’t have to do it in front of [daughter].”
- Keith: “Send it to me”
- Mother: “We just in Pensacola.”
- Keith: “I’m otw send it”
- Mother: “Hold up let me get it erase the texts cause I don’t want nobody to know I was texting you stupid ass.”
- Keith: “I already deleted mine trust me ian gon say shi abt us even tlkin td.”
- Keith: “wats the address”
- Mother: “I can’t wait to get back to that store to give you the address cause you gonna have to shoot me today I done told you about cussing me.”
- Keith: “All I want is that address momma I’m done tlkin I done tlked enough Ik wats gonna happen and I’m ok with that I done already been thinkin it thru and ther the only way for me idk why u so quick to start shi wit me buh again must be scared of Brooklyn or sum idk.”
- Keith: “She gon be onna floor right?”
- Mother: “waiting on you”
- Keith: “I’m saying I’m gone have to find her in the back or sum?”
- Mother: “Nope”
- Keith: “Ok”
- Keith: “Stay out my way”
- Mother: “I am”
- Keith: “Lol man get off my phone all I needed was that address leave me alone finish yo work day And you is to I forgot just me”
- Keith: “So that last thought of her knowin she f****d and the regret in her face will b enough to satisfy me idgaf what she see wen she dead, Yes tf she do How tf I’m pick her up when yo sorry ass tryna go gamble or hang in Jackson and she don’t pick up the phone, Nah that ain’t even gon fly she a jus die before I let that continue.”
- Mother: “Ok whatever Idc do what you do idgaf. Cause I’m going home today not to hell or to jail.”
- Keith: “good for u”
- Mother: “Ok then stop texting me I’m working. Do whatever you want to do. It don’t affect me either f***ing way.”
Both Keith Agee and Sheila Agee are currently being held without bond and are scheduled for arraignment on September 1.
This distressing case highlights the tragic consequences of alleged collaboration between family members. The indictment of both the mother and son sheds light on the serious nature of the crime they are accused of committing. The charges of first-degree murder carry significant weight and indicate the potential for severe legal consequences if they are convicted.
It is essential to remember that the individuals accused in this case are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The upcoming arraignment will provide them with an opportunity to respond to the charges and present their defense.
In the wake of this incident, the local community may grapple with questions surrounding the motives and circumstances leading to the shooting. It is crucial for law enforcement authorities to thoroughly investigate and present the facts before the court. Simultaneously, the tragedy serves as a reminder of the importance of communication and addressing any underlying issues that may contribute to such dire outcomes within families.
As this case progresses through the legal system, many will be closely following the developments. The arraignment in September will be a significant milestone in determining the next steps for the accused individuals. As with any criminal case, the proceedings will require careful consideration of evidence, witness testimonies, and legal arguments from both the prosecution and the defense.
The untimely death of Brooklyn Sims has undoubtedly left an indelible impact on her loved ones and the wider community. This tragic loss of a young life reminds us all of the urgent need to foster an environment of safety and understanding within our society.
While we wait for justice to run its course, it is essential to respect the legal process. The accused individuals retain their right to a fair trial, and it is up to the court to determine their guilt or innocence. As the community mourns the loss of Brooklyn Sims, it is our collective responsibility to reflect on the importance of building a society that values compassion, open communication, and conflict resolution to prevent further tragedies like this from occurring.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Brooklyn Sims during this difficult time.
