Mother and 2 Children Found Dead in Their Mansion — Details

"I'm living this battle right now. I am the victim, yet I've been treated like the problem," the mother had chillingly written before her death.

The months prior to the tragedy were marked by court filings, police involvement, and repeated warnings that she feared for her life and the safety of her children.

Authorities later confirmed that the mother and her two young children were found dead inside their Bonanza, Arkansas, home. An investigation was launched soon afterward.

What the Police Say About the Deaths

The Sebastian County Sheriff's Office has not released details about how the deaths occurred, nor has it identified a suspect or a motive.

According to reporting by KNWA, the woman and her two children were shot to death at their home.

The sheriff's office said it could not provide additional information about the investigation, citing the ongoing nature of the case. And with few details released, attention has turned to the identities of the victims and the circumstances surrounding their lives.

Who the Victims Were

The woman has been identified as 40-year-old Charity Powell, a mother of three children. Her two younger children, 6-year-old twins, were found dead with her on December 3, 2025, following a welfare check at the home.

Powell was married to Dr. Randall Beallis, a physician, and court documents show that their relationship later became the subject of both criminal and civil court proceedings.

Months before her and her children's deaths, Powell's marriage and home life had already drawn the attention of law enforcement and the courts.

What Charges Beallis Initially Faced

According to criminal case documents, Beallis, on February 16, 2025, allegedly choked and caused physical harm to Powell in front of their twin children at the family's Bonanza home. He was arrested that same day.

In March 2025, Powell also filed for divorce. That same March, Beallis was initially charged with aggravated assault on a family member, third-degree domestic battery, and two counts of third-degree endangering the welfare of a minor.

Even as the criminal case moved forward, Powell sought help beyond the courtroom, telling others that her fear had not subsided.

Powell Turned to State Officials

State Senator Terry Rice confirmed that Powell visited him earlier this year and told him she feared for her life and the lives of her children. Senator Terry said he connected her with resources through the Arkansas State Police Crimes Against Children Division. While her case was ongoing, Powell commented on an unrelated 5NEWS Facebook post about her situation, writing:

"I'm living this battle right now. I am the victim, yet I've been treated like the problem while the criminal — a local doctor — is being shielded by the very system that's supposed to protect us.

I've tried to reach Prosecuting Attorney Daniel Shue, but he won't even accept a letter from me. My voice, as the victim, has been shut out," she added. Despite those warnings and requests for help, the criminal case against Beallis ultimately moved toward a reduced resolution.

How the Case Was Resolved

In October, those charges were amended to leave only third-degree domestic battery. He pleaded guilty to that charge on October 9, 2025.

As part of the judgment, Beallis received a one-year suspended imposition of sentence, was ordered to pay fines and court fees, and was instructed to have no contact with Powell or her family unless authorized by a valid court order and solely for visitation purposes. The judgment order indicates that Powell approved the sentencing arrangement.

Documents show the couple shared property on the 1100 block of South First Avenue, but after Beallis's arrest, filings stated that Powell owned the property where she and the children were living.

Despite her ex-husband's arrest and her filing for divorce, family members said Powell still lived in fear. Her father, Randy, said that his daughter had no doubt her ex-husband intended to kill her. The legal proceedings between the couple continued beyond the criminal case and moved forward in family court.

What Happens With the Divorce Filing

According to family members and court filings, Beallis filed to have the divorce dismissed one day after Powell was found dead. Her father believes that the move was made so Beallis could obtain everything Powell would have received in the divorce.

KBTX reported that John Powell, the deceased's oldest son, is now fighting to finalize his mother's divorce, saying the hearing occurred just a day before the bodies were discovered. In the aftermath of the deaths, relatives have spoken openly about who they believe was responsible and how they want Powell to be remembered.

What the Family Believes and How She Is Being Remembered

Now, her father also said that no one else had any reason to harm Powell or her children. He said he believes Beallis killed her out of hatred and for financial gain. Meanwhile, in a report by the New York Post, Beallis's attorney denied any involvement of his clients in the deaths and described him as "heartbroken."

The deceased's son said his mother deeply loved her children and fought to protect them. "My mother fought for nine months, the last nine months, to save her life and them babies, and nothing happened [sic]," he said. "Now all three of them is dead [sic]."

He added that he believes his mother would have fought "tooth and nail" to protect her children, suggesting that may explain why she was shot twice, adding that, "She went out with a fight."

Speaking to KBTX3, Powell's son also said his mother was "a good Christian woman that loved her children and loved her family and friends more than anything. She always put God first, and I'm grateful for that because I know where she is now: in heaven."

As tributes and memories continue to surface, the family says their concern now extends beyond grief.

The Family Says They Are Still Afraid

As investigators continue their work, the Powell family says their fear has not ended with the deaths. "Well I'm scared to death for my life at this point," her oldest son said.

Her father also echoed that concern, saying the family is now fighting not only for justice but also for their own safety. For now, the sheriff's office maintains that it cannot comment further, leaving a grieving family waiting for answers in a case that includes documented court filings, prior warnings, and an ongoing investigation.

As the investigation continues, many of the questions that haunted Powell in her final months remain unanswered. Authorities have not named a suspect or disclosed further details, and the family says the sense of danger she once voiced has not faded with her death.