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Father gets life for son and ex-wife's murder
15 Feb
Summary
- Michael Kegg Jr. sentenced to 126 years for killing family members.
- Victims died from gunshot wounds before house fire was set.
- Murders occurred shortly after a contentious divorce hearing.
Michael Kegg Jr. received a sentence of 126 years for the murders of his ex-wife, Malisa Kegg, and his son, Michael Kegg III. The convictions stem from the New Year's Eve 2024 killings, where both victims were shot and subsequently found in a house fire. The blaze was intentionally set to cover up the homicides.
Evidence presented indicated the victims succumbed to gunshot wounds before the fire. The investigation uncovered a shotgun and shells at the scene, and the son also sustained injuries suggesting a struggle. The murders occurred mere weeks after Kegg Jr. and Malisa Kegg attended a divorce hearing, and amid reported financial disputes regarding utility payments.
Authorities are also investigating Kegg Jr.'s then-wife, Amanda Kegg, who has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and conspiracy for allegedly assisting in the events of New Year's Eve.
