Lamar CISD employee faces murder charge for involvement in wife's death

FORT BEND COUNTY, Yexas - David Pollard, an employee with Lamar Consolidated ISD, is facing a murder charge following the death of his wife, according to court documents.

His wife Iona Pollard, an instructional coach at George Junior High School, was killed in "an incident involving her husband, David," Lamar CSID stated.

David Pollard charged with murder

Court records show David Pollard was given a $300,000 bond after being faced with an unassigned felony charge of murder.

The backstory:

Fort Bend County law enforcement were at the scene of the couple's home in the Bonbrook Plantation Subdivision in Richmond.

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Neighbors at the scene told FOX 26 they heard gunshots from the home at about 12:30 p.m.

Lamar CISD sent a statement stating, "Iona Pollard, a cherished instructional coach at George Junior High School, was tragically killed in an incident involving her husband, David. This terrible event occurred outside of school grounds and is under investigation by local authorities."

What we don't know:

Law enforcement has not released any details on how David Pollard was involved in his wife's death.

Lamar CISD statement on the murder

Lamar CISD gave this full statement below:

Dear Lamar CISD Community, 

It is with profound sadness that I share with you a tragic loss that has deeply affected our district family. We have learned of the devastating incident involving two of our own, Iona and David Pollard. Iona Pollard, a cherished instructional coach at George Junior High School, was tragically killed in an incident involving her husband, David. This terrible event occurred outside of school grounds and is under investigation by local authorities. 

Our thoughts are with Iona’s two children, who are also part of our Lamar CISD family. The loss of their mother and the circumstances of this tragedy are incredibly heartbreaking. We extend our deepest condolences to the Pollard children, their families, friends, and all who knew Iona, particularly her colleagues and students at George Junior High. 

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As a community, we must pull together to support one another in this time of grief. Counseling and support services are available for any student, staff member, or family needing assistance. Staff members may also contact EAP at 1-800-475-3327. We understand the emotional weight this places on our community and are here to provide care and support. 

Please join me in keeping the Pollard family in your thoughts during this extremely challenging time. Let us give them the privacy and respect they need to navigate this tragedy and remind ourselves of the strength and compassion that define our community. 

Thank you for your sensitivity and support. 

Dr. Roosevelt Nivens 

Superintendent, Lamar CISD