Arrest Made in Murder of Texas Mom Who Was Allegedly Shot to Death While Shielding Her Baby

Mar. 15, 2025

Chante Mahogany Wilson.Photo: Facebook

According to the Houston Police Department, 25-year-old Tranisha Latavia Miller turned herself into authorities last Wednesday.

Jail records show Miller has been charged with murder and aggravated assault of a family member in connection to the death of 21-year-old Chante Wilson.

The police department did not elaborate on the relationship between Miller and Wilson.

A motive in the deadly shooting also remains unclear.

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According to aGoFundMe campaignlaunched to help the family cover funeral expenses, Wilson leaves behind three children: 2-year-old twin girls and a 1-year-old son.

Miller remains in jail on a $900,000 bond.

It was unclear if she entered a plea to the charges or retained an attorney to comment on her behalf.

Records show Miller is due back in court Sept. 1.

source: people.com