British Woman's Death in Texas Linked to Trump Argument
Lucy Harrison, a 23-year-old British woman from Warrington, Cheshire, was shot dead by her father while visiting him in Texas. An inquest revealed that the father-daughter duo had argued about then-President Donald Trump earlier that day. The incident occurred in Prosper, near Dallas, on 10 January 2025.
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Harrison’s father, Kris Harrison, had moved to the US when Lucy was a child. Despite the police investigating her death as possible manslaughter, no criminal charges were brought against Kris after a grand jury in Collin County decided not to indict him.
At the Cheshire Coroner's Court inquest, Lucy’s boyfriend, Sam Littler, provided insights into the "big argument" they had about Trump. Lucy often became upset about her father's gun ownership and previous alcohol issues, which came to a head during their visit.
Kris Harrison admitted in a statement that he relapsed on the day of the shooting, consuming around 500ml of white wine. On that fateful morning, Lucy questioned her father’s reaction if she were a victim of sexual assault, to which he responded indifferently, upsetting her further.
Before they were due to leave for the airport, Kris took Lucy to his bedroom to show her a Glock 9mm handgun he kept for "security." According to Kris, the gun accidentally discharged as he lifted it, striking Lucy fatally. He claimed he couldn't remember if his finger was on the trigger.
Luciana Escalera, a police officer, noted the smell of alcohol on Kris’s breath after the shooting, and CCTV footage confirmed his purchase of wine earlier that day.
Kris’s attorney, Ana Samuel, argued for the coroner to recuse herself due to alleged bias, but the request was denied. Lucy’s mother, Jane Coates, described her daughter as a "force of life," passionate about important issues and debates.
The inquest has been adjourned, with the coroner’s conclusions expected shortly. Lucy’s tragic death has highlighted the emotional and complex family dynamics surrounding gun ownership and political disagreements.
Key Takeaways:
Lucy Harrison was fatally shot by her father after a political dispute.
The accident involved Kris showing Lucy his handgun, which discharged.
No criminal charges were filed as a grand jury declined to indict.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · Source · 11 Feb 2026
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