'Lost My S–t Over My Cat': Man Accused of Shooting Mother in Head Three Times with Crossbow

29-year-old man from Arkansas is facing serious legal trouble after he allegedly shot his mother in the head three times with a crossbow. The incident, which took place in Rogers, Arkansas, has left many questioning the motives behind such a violent act, especially when the explanation involves a family pet.

The victim, Mary Alexander, recounted a harrowing experience that began early in the morning on March 24. She had heard her family cat meowing and decided to let it outside. Little did she know, this simple act would lead to a life-threatening situation. According to a probable cause affidavit, Mary described the moment she was shot, saying she "felt like her eardrum had popped and saw blue." It was only after that she realized there was an "arrow sticking out of my head."

Joseph Alexander, the accused, has been charged with attempted capital murder, aggravated residential burglary, interference with first-degree emergency communications, and third-degree domestic battery. The charges stem from the alleged attack, which took place in the family home.

So, what could possibly drive someone to commit such a violent act? According to Joseph, it all revolved around his cat. Yes, you read that right. The bizarre explanation has left many scratching their heads.

Details of the Attack

The incident unfolded around 6:45 AM when Mary heard the cat's cries. After letting the cat outside, she was suddenly confronted by her son, who was armed with a crossbow. In a terrifying moment, Joseph allegedly shot her in the head, and then, as she lay on the ground, he shot her two more times.

Mary's husband, Mike, heard the commotion and rushed to the scene, only to find Joseph standing over Mary with the crossbow. In a frantic attempt to control the situation, Joseph reportedly took their phones and demanded that Mike wire him $3,400 through CashApp and Bitcoin. When Mike claimed he didn’t have the information, Joseph turned his anger towards Mary, who was still on the ground, demanding the bank account details from her.

In a chilling moment, Mary recalled Joseph telling her husband, "I won't kill you because that will be a double homicide." Fearing for her life, Mary decided to play dead, hoping it would spare her from further harm.

Mike managed to get Joseph into the garage, attempting to calm him down. During this tense interaction, Joseph allegedly said, "Don't worry about it, Dad, she's dead." Meanwhile, Mary, who was very much alive, seized the opportunity to grab her walker and escape the house unnoticed, making her way to a neighbor's home.

Once at the neighbor's house, Mary was able to call for help. First responders arrived shortly after and found her with multiple arrows protruding from her face and head, a testament to the violent encounter she had just survived.

Joseph's Arrest and Police Interview

Following the attack, Joseph led police on a high-speed chase in his father's car. The pursuit ended when he crashed the vehicle, after which he was tased and taken into custody. During his arrest, he allegedly told paramedics that he had shot his mother with a "toy crossbow" after she made an upsetting comment while he was petting the cat.

In a police interview, Joseph explained that he had broken into the family home through his old bedroom window. When asked about his motives, he admitted, "I didn't have a reason; I just lost my cool. I woke up, and I thought that she was, like, going after my cat for some reason." He further elaborated, "I just, like, literally just stood up and lost my s--t because of my cat."

The detective, clearly taken aback by the absurdity of the situation, asked, "You shot your mom in the head three times because of a cat?" Joseph's response was equally shocking: "Ya, like that is the best process I understand of what happened."

Joseph continued to describe the attack, stating, "It did not go in all the way, and she was just laying there screaming, so I pulled it back and did it again." His chilling nonchalance about the entire situation has raised eyebrows and left many questioning his mental state.

Currently, Joseph is being held on a $750,000 bond as he awaits his court date scheduled for June 9. The case has garnered significant media attention, not only for the violent nature of the crime but also for the bizarre circumstances surrounding it. As the legal proceedings unfold, many are left wondering how a family dispute over a cat could escalate to such a dangerous level.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of family dynamics and the potential for violence that can arise from seemingly trivial disputes. The community is left in shock, grappling with the reality of what transpired in their neighborhood, and hoping for justice for Mary Alexander as she recovers from her traumatic experience.