Horror Actress Films Her Killing

Summary

A violent family feud in Applegate, Oregon, culminates in the tragic death of Shane Patrick Moore after an altercation with his sister Kelly and niece Ashling Tucker. The dispute revolves around inheritance documents and long-standing tensions. Ashling, in a moment of fear for her mother’s safety, fires a fatal shot at Shane. Despite initially claiming self-defense, the discovery of a damning video recording changes the course of the investigation. Ashling is convicted of second-degree manslaughter, sentenced to prison, and later released in 2024, after facing further legal challenges.

Takeaways

• 😀 A deadly family feud culminates in the shooting of Shane Patrick Moore in Applegate, Oregon on July 26th, 2016.
• 😀 The 911 call reveals confusion and chaos, as the caller struggles to explain the situation to the dispatcher.
• 😀 The incident involves key family members: Shane, his sister Kelly, Kelly's daughter Ashling Tucker, and their elderly mother Lori Moore.
• 😀 Ashling Tucker is initially questioned about the shooting, with suspicions surrounding her role and potential motives.
• 😀 Tensions had been escalating between Shane and his family, particularly over inheritance and personal conflicts, including a violent altercation in 2015.
• 😀 Shane had previously threatened Kelly, saying he would kill her if she messed with his inheritance plans, which set the stage for the tragic incident.
• 😀 Despite Ashling’s claims of self-defense, evidence suggests she may have intentionally shot Shane, possibly in a premeditated act.
• 😀 A forensic analysis of the gun raised suspicions about Ashling's involvement, although the investigation lacked conclusive proof of intent at that time.
• 😀 A video found on Ashling’s phone later reveals that she fired the gun during a confrontation at the front door, disproving her self-defense claims.
• 😀 Ashling Tucker was charged with second-degree manslaughter, later pleading guilty to a reduced charge after a dramatic legal process.
• 😀 After serving her sentence, Ashling Tucker faced additional legal issues, including charges related to heroin possession, but was eventually released in November 2024.

Q & A

What was the original charge against Ashling Tucker Moore Reed?

Ashling Tucker Moore Reed was initially charged with second-degree murder after the shooting death of her uncle, Shane Patrick Moore.

Why did Ashling Tucker plead guilty to a lesser charge of second-degree manslaughter?

Ashling Tucker accepted a plea deal to the lesser charge of second-degree manslaughter, likely to avoid a more severe sentence, which would have been the result of a conviction for second-degree murder.

What was the key piece of evidence that undermined Ashling Tucker's self-defense claim?

The key piece of evidence was a cell phone video recorded by Ashling Tucker herself, which showed that Shane Moore was not acting violently when the shot was fired, contradicting her self-defense claim.

What was Ashling Tucker’s sentence after her conviction?

Ashling Tucker was sentenced to six years and three months in prison, with an additional three years of probation following her release.

How did Ashling Tucker's attorney contribute to the discovery of the incriminating video?

Ashling Tucker’s attorney handed over her phone to the prosecutor, which led to the discovery of the video that played a critical role in undermining her self-defense claim.

Why was Ashling Tucker’s lawsuit against her attorney dismissed?

The lawsuit Ashling Tucker filed against her attorney was dismissed because, under legal rules, a criminal defense lawyer can only be sued for negligence if the defendant has been exonerated for the crime, which was not the case here.

What other charges were filed against Ashling Tucker while she was in jail, and what happened to them?

While in jail, Ashling Tucker faced additional charges related to the unlawful possession of heroin and supplying contraband. These charges were later dismissed.

Where did Ashling Tucker serve her sentence?

Ashling Tucker served her sentence at the Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville, Oregon.

When was Ashling Tucker released from prison?

Ashling Tucker was reportedly released from prison in November 2024.

What role did the family dynamic play in the shooting incident?

The shooting incident was heavily influenced by family tensions, including a dispute over a document Shane Moore allegedly tried to force his sister, Kelly, to sign, which resulted in escalating conflicts and ultimately the fatal confrontation.