Texas Woman and Boyfriend Arrested for Capital Murder After Confessing to Killing Her Parents

A welfare check led to the arrest of Cassandra Lange, 29, and Joby Williams, 30, in connection with the deaths of Lange's mother, Cherry Rehbein, and stepfather, Stephen Rehbein. The Medina County Sheriff's Office initiated the check after Stephen Rehbein failed to appear for work. m.

on April 8, 2026. Officers observed evidence suggesting foul play at the home but could not locate Rehbein. Further investigation uncovered additional indications of a crime. Investigators later located one of Rehbein's vehicles in the Corpus Christi area, where Lange and Williams were found inside with two young children.

Confession and Charges During a police interview with a Medina County Chief Deputy and a Texas Ranger, Lange confessed that she and Williams had killed the Rehbeins and disposed of their bodies in a ravine.

m. on April 8. They were charged with capital murder of multiple persons, with bonds set at $1 million each. A possible motive for the killings has not been determined. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities continuing to examine the circumstances.

No additional details on the method of the killings were released.

Recovery of Bodies and Child Welfare Deputies searched the Medina Lake area that night, facing challenges due to darkness.

After several hours, they located two large black garbage bags in a deep ravine. With help from local firefighters, the bodies of Stephen and Cherry Rehbein were recovered and sent to the Medical Examiner's Office for autopsy. The two children found with Lange and Williams, aged six years and one month, were placed with Child Protective Services.

The children are being reunited with family members. The sheriff's office noted the coordination among agencies in developing the case quickly. The incident has affected the local community in Medina County, where the Rehbeins resided.

Autopsy results may provide further insights into the cause of death. Legal proceedings against Lange and Williams are expected to proceed in the coming weeks.