LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Revelations from emails shed light on the tragic events surrounding a shooting at a law office in Summerlin. The shooter had repeatedly requested that his ex-daughter-in-law not be present at a deposition, a situation that ultimately resulted in the deaths of three individuals.
The incident unfolded during a child custody-related deposition, where Joe Houston, representing his son, faced off against his ex-daughter-in-law, Ashley, and her husband, Dennis Prince. The tension escalated to a tragic end, with Joe fatally shooting both Ashley and Dennis before taking his own life, leaving a devastating aftermath.
Email exchanges prior to the deposition revealed Joe’s adamant requests for Ashley to be excluded from the proceedings. Citing harassment against his wife, Katherine, Joe expressed concerns over Ashley’s behavior during previous encounters, leading to escalating tensions and unresolved disputes.
Despite Joe’s repeated pleas for Ashley’s absence, Dennis Prince stood firm on his decision, insisting on her presence and reaffirming his right to continue with the questioning. This clash of interests and lack of compromise set the stage for a catastrophic and irreversible conclusion to the deposition, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.