a crime that was discovered by her 10-year-old daughter. Her live-in boyfriend, 32-year-old A. Coleman, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of both K. Castle, the mother, and her unborn child.

On the night of August 4, a routine drop-off turned into a scene of horror when Castle’s daughter from a previous relationship arrived home only to find her mother deceased

According to reports, the young girl found her mother topless in the family room and immediately dialed 911. This tragic discovery has left the community and the family grappling with immense grief.

Responding to the scene, paramedics quickly determined that both Castle, who was nearly full-term in her pregnancy, and the unborn baby were already dead. The situation was further complicated by the absence of Coleman from the residence at the time of the discovery, which immediately raised suspicions about his involvement.

In the wake of this devastating loss, the father of Castle’s four surviving children, started GoFundMe to support the family through what he described as a “heartbreaking tragedy.” He highlighted Castle’s driven nature and her role as a loving mother to her children. “This devastating loss has left our family, friends, and neighbors reeling,” he wrote. The community has been urged to come together to support the bereaved family, honoring the lives of Castle and her unborn child, described as “precious and full of promise.”

Coleman quickly became the primary suspect. Hours after the murder, he was apprehended in another city, where authorities located him using license plate readers. It was revealed that Coleman had stolen Castle’s vehicle and a safe containing $37,000 in cash from the home—a residence where he had been living with Castle. During his arrest, both the stolen vehicle and safe were recovered.

Law enforcement officials traveled to Southern California to continue the investigation and subsequently charged Coleman with murder. He was transported back to Northern California to face the charges. Coleman’s initial arraignment saw him appearing in court without entering a plea. He is scheduled for another hearing on September 4. Currently held in jail without bail, Coleman faces the grim prospect of life in prison without the possibility of parole if convicted.

This harrowing incident has left a community in mourning and a family shattered by an incomprehensible act of violence. As the legal proceedings continue, many seek justice for Castle and her unborn child, hoping for closure in a case that has deeply affected all who have learned of its tragic details.