The tragic shooting of Ashley Prince and her husband, Dennis, by her ex-father-in-law during a child custody deposition has left their families devastated. Ashley had been living in fear for her safety and that of her children due to relentless abuse and threats from her former husband, Dylan Houston. The Page family, Ashley’s parents, spoke out for the first time following the shooting, revealing the ongoing struggles Ashley faced in the custody battle with Dylan. Despite efforts to obtain protection through the legal system, Ashley was ultimately failed, leading to the deadly attack during the deposition at the law firm.
The deposition involved a custody dispute between Dylan Houston and Ashley Prince regarding their two young children. Joe Houston II, Dylan’s father, was representing him at the hearing when he fatally shot Ashley and Dennis before taking his own life. The tragic incident unfolded quickly, with 911 calls coming in just minutes after the hearing began. The Pages emphasized that Ashley was dedicated to fighting for her children’s well-being and would never have given up on protecting them, even in the face of relentless threats and abuse from Dylan, including up to 70 text messages a day.
The Page family shared details of the harassing messages Ashley received from Dylan, which included threats of harm and emotional abuse. Despite obtaining a restraining order against him at one point, Ashley continued to live in fear for her life and the safety of her children. The family highlighted the fact that Dylan’s father’s actions in perpetrating domestic violence on behalf of his son by killing Ashley and Dennis were the realization of their worst fears. Following the shooting, a motion was filed for Ashley’s sister to obtain temporary custody of the children, as the families work together to secure their well-being.
The Page family extended their cooperation with the police investigation into the shooting and expressed their determination to secure full custody of their grandchildren to ensure their safety and future. Honoring Dennis’s philanthropic legacy, the Prince family encouraged donations to organizations that support victims of domestic violence. The Houston family also released a statement expressing shock and focusing on the needs of the children, emphasizing Dylan’s commitment to their welfare. Dylan, a dedicated father, was removed from his law firm’s website following the incident, and his whereabouts remain unclear as authorities continue their investigation into the tragic event.
