by Waterbury, CT – Authorities in Connecticut are investigating a shocking double homicide in which a 25-year-old man allegedly executed his parents following an argument about financial contributions to the household.
Police say Javian Adams faces multiple charges, including murder with special circumstances, felony murder, and criminal use of a weapon. He has also been charged with burglary and larceny after allegedly breaking into a separate residence the following day.
Argument Turned Deadly
The incident reportedly stemmed from a long-standing pattern of disputes between Adams and his parents. Surveillance footage captured a heated verbal exchange between Adams and his mother, Carlene Williams, 51, in which she accused him of failing to pay bills, rent, or buy food.
“You don’t pay rent, you don’t pay a bill, you don’t even buy food,” Williams yelled at her son, according to police sources. Adams allegedly responded with a chilling statement: “I don’t care no more. F— what y’all say.”
Authorities believe this argument escalated into violence later that night. Adams’ father, Marc Adams, 55, though not residing full-time in the home, reportedly had prior quarrels with his son, often over allegations of theft or financial irresponsibility.
Execution-Style Killings
Prosecutors said Adams allegedly shot his mother twice and his father once in the back of the head, in what officials described as an execution-style murder at their Waterbury home.
The violence represents a new degree of aggression compared to previous domestic disputes; Adams had a documented history of domestic violence. Court records show he was charged in December 2024 with assault, strangulation or suffocation, and risk of injury to a child.
Subsequent Burglary and Arrest
The day following the killings, Adams was not in custody. Police report that he allegedly broke into a separate residence on Lake Winnemaug Road and Sperry Road.
The homeowner told, “I woke up, went out, shined my flashlight into my garage, and he was waving back at me. I told him ‘leave’ a bunch of times. He just kept saying, ‘I’m hungry.’ He was super calm, super passive.”
Adams reportedly left the scene with his mother’s white Ford Escape. Watertown police were dispatched to the area due to a reported burglary and subsequently arrested him. Investigators noted that Adams may have discarded a backpack, sneakers, and the stolen vehicle near the scene.
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Legal Proceedings
Adams is scheduled to be arraigned in court on October 22 and is being held on a $6 million bond. The charge of murder with special circumstances carries Connecticut’s most severe penalty: life imprisonment without the possibility of release.
Authorities continue to investigate the case to determine all circumstances surrounding the murders and the subsequent burglary. Police warn that these incidents highlight the potential for domestic disputes to escalate into fatal violence, especially in cases with a prior history of aggression.
Community Shock
The murders have left the Waterbury community in shock. Neighbors and residents expressed disbelief that an argument over financial contributions could lead to such deadly consequences. Local officials and counselors are urging residents to seek help in cases of family conflict or domestic violence to prevent tragedies.
“This case is a heartbreaking example of unresolved family tensions spiraling out of control,” a police spokesperson said. “We encourage anyone experiencing domestic disputes to contact authorities or local support services before situations become dangerous.”
How the Public Can Help
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Waterbury Police Department or submit tips anonymously through local Crime Stoppers programs. Sharing information could assist law enforcement in ensuring justice for the victims and preventing further incidents.
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