Six-year-old James Jim Deric Robertson and his mother, Jennifer Gale Pursley Robertson, were shot to death in their Austin home on October 17, 2021. James was born October 28, 2014, and attended Blazier Elementary School; he enjoyed reading and visiting parks with his mother and was described as outgoing and friendly.

Both victims sustained fatal gunshot wounds. Funeral services were held at Harrell’s Funeral Home in Austin.

Anyone who knew James or Jennifer, or who has information about the shootings on October 17, 2021, in Austin, is asked to come forward.