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McKinney Man Charged With Capital Murder After Parents Found Dead During Welfare Check

Investigators say the case remains active with no ongoing threat to the public.

Overview

  • Leonard "Frank" Ragan, 73, a former McKinney city manager, and his wife, Jackie Ragan, 72, were found dead in their Dunster Drive home on Dec. 28.
  • During the search, officers encountered the couple’s 34-year-old son, Bryce Ragan, armed with a long gun and shot him after he ignored commands to drop it.
  • Officers rendered lifesaving aid at the scene before EMS transported him to a hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition.
  • Bryce Ragan is charged with capital murder of multiple persons and three counts of aggravated assault of a public servant.
  • Police report no officers were injured, the homicide investigation continues, and tips are being sought through the McKinney Crime Tip Line.