A Texas mother who fatally shot a 14-year-old boy attempting to break into her 8-year-old daughter's window last December has been informed this week that she will not face charges for her actions. Aleah Wallace expressed relief at the decision, stating, 'I feel great that they were able to see it through my eyes.' She had feared a prolonged legal process that could potentially separate her from her children, but a grand jury in Tarrant County chose not to charge her, citing insufficient evidence.
Wallace revealed that she and her children are still undergoing therapy to cope with the aftermath of the incident. She mentioned that her daughters attend counseling sessions weekly to help them deal with the emotional impact. Despite the ongoing challenges, Wallace stated that her children are doing okay.
Expressing empathy for the family of Devin Baker, the teenager who lost his life during the break-in, Wallace offered her condolences. She had previously defended her actions, emphasizing that she was solely focused on protecting her daughters when she fired the fatal shot. Wallace had faced eviction from her government-subsidized housing for violating the apartment's no-gun policy but was later supported by a pro bono lawyer and State Representative Carrie Isaac.
Baker's mother disclosed that he had left their home without her knowledge on the night of the incident. Wallace had been a target of multiple attempted burglaries leading up to the shooting, prompting her to contact the police each time for assistance.
Grateful for the support she received, Wallace expressed her thanks to those who stood by her during the challenging period. She acknowledged the assistance provided by the lawyer who took up her case pro bono and the backing from State Representative Carrie Isaac.
