Bio

Roger Thompson was born on October 10, 1969. He grew up in the city of Detroit, Michigan. However, not much information is available about his early childhood or family life. It is known that he had previous difficulties, as he had multiple encounters with the law. His criminal record included charges for driving a stolen vehicle in 1990 and driving without a license in 1994. He was also arrested for breaking and entering in 1996.

Thompson's adult life included an on-and-off relationship with a woman named Lisa Shelton. They had a daughter together named Aushanai Thompson, who was born in 1995. Throughout his relationship with Shelton, there were reports of domestic issues. Witnesses described Thompson as being abusive at times.

The couple had some struggles, particularly financial issues, which might have added stress to their relationship. At various points, they separated but later reunited. Thompson's relationship with Shelton and her children showed complexity and turmoil. This included not only the challenges they faced as a couple but also the blended family dynamics involving Shelton’s other children.

Thompson's life took a dramatic turn in 2004, when he became involved in a tragic event that affected many lives. On March 31, 2004, he was arrested for a serious crime. After this incident, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on December 22, 2004.

Murder Story

On March 31, 2004, Roger Thompson committed a series of violent murders in Detroit, Michigan. His victims included his ex-girlfriend, Lisa Shelton, their daughter Aushanai, who was 9 years old, and Shelton's three other children—William Parker Jr. (16), Wrendell Parker (13), and Wanee Parker (12).

After an argument about money, Thompson strangled Lisa Shelton with an extension cord. Following that, he bound and gagged the children in their bedrooms. He then used a lead pipe to beat them to death. The murders took place inside their home early in the morning.

One child, a 13-year-old girl named Christina Knott, who was also in the house during the attack, managed to escape. She played dead until it was safe to leave, then ran to a neighbor's house for help. This led the police to the scene and to Thompson, who was later found fleeing into a nearby vacant lot.

Thompson was charged with five counts of first-degree murder. He remained in custody without bond and faced a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of parole. On December 22, 2004, he was convicted and sentenced to life in prison for his crimes.