Alexus Williams Sentenced to 40 Years in Murder Case
A Houston woman received a 40-year prison term for her role in a 2021 triple homicide.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Violence
Alexus Williams accepted a plea deal resulting in a 40-year prison sentence for her involvement in a 2021 triple murder in a southeast Houston apartment. Williams faced three counts of capital murder before the deal led to the dismissal of an aggravated assault charge.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a legal process regarding a brutal attack where Williams allegedly conspired with a partner to rob the victims. Williams reportedly watched the killings on FaceTime after directing an accomplice to the residence for cash.
Alexus Williams was sentenced to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to the deaths of three individuals. Her accomplice, Xavier Davis, previously received a death sentence for the same incident in April 2025.
The players
Alexus Williams
She is the defendant who accepted a plea deal for her role in the 2021 killings.
Xavier Davis
He is the convicted accomplice who received a death sentence in April 2025.
Donyavia Lagway
She was one of the three victims killed during the shooting incident.
Gregory Carhee
He was one of the three victims killed during the shooting incident.
The details
On June 30, 2021, Donyavia Lagway, Gregory Carhee, and their 6-year-old daughter were killed inside an apartment in southeast Houston. A 10-year-old victim survived the attack by playing dead, while Williams allegedly watched the events unfold via a live FaceTime call.
Timeline
June 30, 2021: Three victims were murdered at an apartment in southeast Houston.
April 2025: Xavier Davis received a death sentence for his role in the murders.
October 2, 2026: Victim impact statements are scheduled to take place.
Legal Context
This sentencing follows a trend of stringent prosecution for capital murder cases involving multiple victims in Texas. The legal proceedings highlight the severe penalties applied to accomplices who participate in violent crimes via digital coordination.
This case serves as a sobering reminder of the ongoing investigations into violent crimes within local Houston neighborhoods. Residents can stay informed on community safety updates through official municipal crime reporting channels.
The takeaway
The resolution of this case underscores the severe legal consequences for those who conspire in acts of extreme violence. It highlights the importance of judicial accountability even when a defendant does not physically commit the final act.
What happens next
Victim impact statements are scheduled to be presented in court on October 2, 2026.
Further reading
Find more updates on regional court cases at the Violence section.
