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Florida Man Charged With Killing 2 Children Before Setting Trailer Fire

Authorities say the 27-year-old suspect is jailed without bond pending a November 26 court appearance.

Overview

  • Escambia County Sheriff's Office identified the victims as 9-year-old Vayden Orum and 7-year-old Rayden Smith.
  • Investigators say the children were killed inside the Escambia County trailer and one was sexually assaulted before the fire was set.
  • The suspect, John Henry Walston Jr., 27, faces two counts of premeditated murder, sexual assault of a child under 12, arson, and animal cruelty.
  • Officials say Walston and the children's mother received hospital treatment after the blaze, and she was hurt trying to reach the children.
  • Family members told local media the trailer belonged to Walston and the children were staying there at the time.