The Kansas Bureau of Investigation says its investigation into last week’s murder/suicide in Winfield shows evidence of premeditation.

 

According to a statement from the K-B-I, the August 11th killings that left six people, including four children dead, was planned in advance. K-B-I agents do not believe an argument or physical altercation preceded the homicides on the morning of August 11th. Instead, evidence indicates 53-year-old Ronald Williams Sr. and 44-year-old Kelly L. George jointly shared culpability for premeditated plans to kill their children and then themselves. The incident took the lives of 9-year-old Carol, 7-year-old Ronald Jr., 5-year-old Sarah, and 3-year-old Kelly Williams.

 

It was reported that Williams and George displayed erratic behavior leading up to the shootings, including a pattern of making nonsensical statements to law enforcement, neighbors, and others in the community. During the investigation, documentation was found indicating George had purchased a Taurus 38 Special revolver in February of 2025. The same firearm was found at the scene. At this time, no evidence suggests anyone in addition to Williams and George was responsible for this tragic shooting.

 

The investigation remains ongoing. When the case concludes, findings will be presented to the Cowley County Attorney.

 

The family has provided this photo of the Williams children. Left to Right: Kelly, 3, Ronald Jr, 7, Sarah, 5, and Carol, 9.