The Digest:
A prominent Texas restaurateur fatally shot his wife and their two young children before taking his own life inside their River Oaks home, according to Houston police. Matthew Mitchell, 52, his wife Thy Mitchell, 39, and their 8-year-old daughter and 4-year-old son were found dead with gunshot wounds on Monday evening after a family babysitter requested a welfare check. Police said evidence indicated a murder-suicide. The couple owned Travelers Table and Traveler's Cart, restaurants featured on Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives." An investigation is ongoing.
Key Points:
- A family of four was wiped out in an apparent murder-suicide.
- The couple was known in Houston's restaurant community for their globally inspired cuisine.
- Their restaurants were featured on Guy Fieri's Food Network show.
- The family babysitter raised the alarm after not hearing from them.
- Police have not officially identified the victims, but the wife's sister confirmed their deaths on social media.
Sources: Linda Ikeji's Blog, TMZ
