Mike Walker, drummer of Oklahoma post-grunge band Aranda, and his wife, Racheal, were allegedly murdered by their teenage son on Monday morning. Michael was 50, Racheal was 44.
News 9 has reported that their 19-year-old son Elijah Walker is responsible for shooting them both multiple times in their home. According to the report, Walker was arrested after his 17-year-old brother called the police upon hearing gunshots at around 2 am. He was arrested on Monday for two counts of first-degree murder.
When authorities arrived at the scene, Elijah remained inside whilst his younger brother escape unharmed. The police were able to arrest Elijah without a struggle.
“Once our officers got on the PA system. He actually came out unarmed within about 30 seconds. He followed all the commands and was taken into custody.” Jenny Wagnon of Edmond Police Department shared with News 9.
Watch: ‘Still in the Dark’ – Aranda
Aranda formed in 2001, led by brothers Dameon and Gabe Aranda. Mike Walker joined their ranks in 2004 as their full-time drummer. The band have released three albums, their most recent effort being 2015’s Not The Same. As COS notes, their track ‘All I Ever Wanted’ was covered by Kelly Clarkson.
Read the bands eulogy to Walker below:
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“Today we lost our band mate, our brother, and our best friend. For over 15 years Mike Walker toured the country with us impacting countless lives everywhere he went. His sense of humor was endearing. He made everything from playing drums to making people fall in love with him effortless. He was so easy going but for those that knew him well there was an intense spiritual depth behind the man. We will miss his laughter and his insatiable appetite for all “band cuisine.” Most of all we will miss his beautiful spirit. We will be in continuous prayer for his family and loved ones. May he and his beautiful wife Rachael rest in peace. Love you forever.”
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