MIDDLEBURG, FL – Authorities say a 14-year-old boy is in custody after allegedly fatally shooting his parents at their Middleburg home before turning himself in at a nearby church early Monday morning.

Trevor Lee faces two counts of second-degree murder following the deaths of his mother, Brandi Smith, 45, and his father, David Lee, 44. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office reported that the teen walked approximately 1.4 miles from the family’s residence on Silver Point to Cross Pointe Church on Fleming Island, where he called 911 around 3:45 a.m. and told authorities what had happened.

According to investigators, Lee contacted emergency services from inside the church, calmly telling the dispatcher he had killed his parents and was waiting for deputies. During the call, he reportedly asked the dispatcher to pray for him as he prepared to wait for authorities to arrive.

Sheriff Michelle Cook briefed the media on Monday, noting that the shooting appeared to have stemmed from a domestic dispute within the home. Details on the nature of the argument remain under investigation, and authorities are seeking to piece together the events leading up to the tragedy.

Family interviews revealed that the night prior to the shooting, Trevor’s parents had spent time together, reportedly going to a movie. Lee’s aunt, David Lee’s sister, recounted that it had seemed like a normal evening for the couple, offering little indication of the violence that would follow.

When deputies arrived at the church, they took Trevor Lee into custody without incident. Police released audio of the 911 call along with Lee’s mugshot and arrest report on Tuesday, providing further insight into the teen’s actions in the aftermath of the killings.

Officials say that as the investigation unfolds, they are looking into any factors that may have contributed to the incident, including possible issues with the teen’s mental health. Authorities have not yet disclosed whether any prior reports of domestic unrest or behavioral concerns had been documented at the residence.

In a 2019 social media post, Smith referenced challenges in parenting, remarking on her son’s difficult behavior. Relatives confirmed the authenticity of the post, which has come under scrutiny as investigators examine the family’s history.

The sheriff’s office emphasized there is no ongoing threat to the community. As the legal process begins, investigators are continuing their review of evidence collected from the crime scene and are speaking with those close to the family to better understand the factors involved.

Formal court proceedings for Lee have not yet been scheduled. The investigation is ongoing.