Missouri – In a deeply disturbing and tragic case, a 28-year-old man named V. Jones has been arrested for killing a pregnant woman inside her home—in full view of her five young children.
The victim, 35-year-old C. Rentchler, was six months pregnant at the time of the attack. Jones is now facing multiple serious charges, including two counts of first-degree murder, one for Rentchler and one for her unborn baby.
What Happened in the Missouri Shooting?
The horrifying incident happened on April 23, 2025, at Rentchler’s home, where Jones had recently started living. According to police and court records, Jones opened fire on Rentchler inside her own house. She suffered multiple gunshot wounds, including one to the back of the head, and was pronounced dead at the scene.
An autopsy confirmed that Rentchler was in her second trimester, and that both her and her unborn child’s deaths were the result of homicide.
Children Witnessed the Entire Tragedy
Perhaps the most heartbreaking detail is that the murder happened in front of five children, all aged between 2 and 10 years old. Police confirmed that some of the children were Rentchler’s own kids.
One of the children later told officers that Jones became angry, then started shooting. The oldest child shared that they had to pretend to be dead to avoid being shot themselves. That brave and quick action may have saved their life.
The child’s statement played a crucial role in identifying Jones as the shooter.
Jones Has a Long Criminal History
After the killing, Jones initially denied being involved and claimed he was with someone else at the time. But the person he mentioned told police the opposite—Jones wasn’t with them, and even admitted to them that he had killed a woman.
Further investigation revealed that Jones was already a fugitive at the time of the crime. He had multiple felony convictions and had absconded from federal supervised release.
Charges Filed Against V. Jones
Jones is now facing several charges:
- Two counts of first-degree murder
- First-degree assault
- Armed criminal action
- Endangering the welfare of a child
- Unlawful possession of a firearm
He is currently in custody and awaiting trial. If convicted of first-degree murder, Jones could face life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.
Community Shocked and Family Left Devastated
The brutal killing has left the community in grief and five children without their mother. The violent nature of the crime, especially in the presence of innocent children, has sparked outrage and sadness throughout Missouri.
As legal proceedings continue, the children and Rentchler’s loved ones now face a painful road to healing, with trauma that may last a lifetime.