Attorney accused of killing and cremating his son who was diagnosed with Down syndrome [Video]

SABINE COUNTY, Texas (KTRE/Gray News) – A Houston attorney arrested in connection to his son’s death has received a $10 million bond.

Michael C. Howard is accused of shooting his son and burning his body in Sabine County.

Sabine County investigator Joseph MacDonough shared additional details about what allegedly happened Sunday night during a press conference on Thursday.

According to MacDonough, 68-year-old Michael Howard allegedly shot his son, Mark Howard, believing he was an intruder. He then cremated the body.

MacDonough also shared that Mark Howard had been formally diagnosed with Down syndrome, but was “high functioning.”

According to the Sabine County Sheriff’s Office, Michael Howard waited approximately 17 hours to call police after “accidentally” shooting his son. He also allegedly washed the scene of the shooting with a water hose.

MacDonough believes that Michael Howard contacted his wife and Mark Howard’s older brother before he eventually called the sheriff’s office.

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