Texas millionaire Harold Landry due in court over wife’s murder

The 63 year-old is due appear before Worcester Magistrate’s Court on Friday.

He is accused of the murder of his wife, Lucy, 38, at their five-bedroom home in Besford, Worcs.

Mrs Landry was found by neighbours yards from the home the couple shared with their daughter, seven, and Mrs Landry’s 14-year-old son by a previous marriage.

She died in a neighbour’s arms at 11.45pm on Monday night after she fell into his garden hedge with a kitchen knife embedded in her side. The children are believed to have been in the house at the time.

Mr Landry, who has four adult children in America, recently returned to the house after a three week break, according to neighbours.

He made his fortune designing hydraulic cranes on oil rigs in Texas. He had a house in Mexico and offices in Brazil. He was believed to have met his wife on the internet in 2000 while she researched a degree in town planning.

The senior investigating officer in the case, Det Chief Insp Lee Davenport, said: “West Mercia Police have charged a 63-year-old man with the murder of 38-year-old Mrs Lucy Landry.

“We would like to reassure residents living in the area that this was an isolated incident and that we are not looking for anyone else in connection with Mrs Landry’s murder.”

An inquest into Mrs Landry’s death is expected to be opened and adjourned on Friday.

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  1. Kevin

    I just saw this on TV and immediately began googling for like minded individuals. something along the lines of “lucy landry, gold digging whore” and this wast one of the hits.  People, this is nothing new!! and ladies, were you raised this way by your mothers? that men are nothing but a meal ticket?  Then don’t be surprised when you are treated like nothing but a disposeable sex object.  Her poor son is not only motherless but clueless.  he sits there and badmouths the poor man who had EVERYTHING to lose and is now in jail because some wench married him and waited the MAGIC ten years till she got half no matter what.  Disgusting. poor guy is now in jail for life and actually adored the woman prior.  Not sure if I could kill but I know for a FACT I would want to and LIKELY could if she atagonized me.  Women hide behind their gender too much when it comes to things like this.  But they sure preach feminism and equality.  Im disgusted any self respecting jury could convict him with anything other than manslaughter.  The judge in the case, and his remarks.. what a scrub.  There are too many judges that act like they are holier than though and all knowing.  Crocodile tears?!? Hey asshole.. the guy killed a woman he adored!  After moving to a NEW country in his later years due to being so in love.  She then told him after his entire life revolved around her she was leaving him and wanted half.  He had to be bright to get to where he was… which means im sure he was bright enough to see he was played from the start.  Ughghg I think ill write him. Poor guy.   Oh and once again… poor kid.  Clueless bastard.  He probabaly came from another money seeking tryst. 

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  3. gma

    Did H have any marks on him to prove he was attacked the fatal night? And if so why no one mentioned it. In a case where he claimed to be attaked 1st there should have been some signs. Where he said that she picked up the knife 1st. But how can you pick up something if you been hit in the head with a ceramic rolling pin??????

    • A Knowing Person

      I knew Lucy all her life. I have read so much rubbish in these comments that I felt I had to reply.
      Lucy was, from a child, violent in thought, word and deed. Her temper had no bounds. She was also promiscuous, lazy and a gold digger. She stated that she had no intention of working for a living on a number of occasions. She was not a music teacher, she left university before sitting her exams in the second year. (Allegedly sent down for failing to complete her course-work and poor attendance). She was not a briliant musician but she could play the piano and piccolo. She could also be friendly, witty and pleasant company, which was the side of her personality which she presented to most people. She had an ability to get people to feel sorry for her, she always had a hard luck story to defend herself with. She was estranged her parents for long periods throughout her adulthood and was hardly ever grateful to them for all they did for her throughout her life. She was given almost anything she asked for, and was ‘hell’ if she didn’t get it. But love is unconditional.
      Had the judge and jury known her then  I’m sure H would have been found guilty with manslaughter, not murder. Justice is hard to find in the British court system. The winner is the person with the best lawyer who very often is more interested in winning his case rather than in recognising the truth. I can not condone what H did but I can sympathise with him, having known Lucy so well. As it has been stated, Lucy would have benefitted greatly from a divorce settlement and she knew that when she got married. She stated that she was only getting married for money. Another failing of the British legal system, is that on divorce it can make a millionaire out of a non deserving tramp. As for H, he might have been a violent man but I didn’t know him so can’t comment.

  4. An H Supporter

    I feel for H. His wife deserved what she got. It was never her money. Why was she such a greedy little cow? If she had walked away she would still be alive. Why does she think she is entitled to his money after they split up. You got what you deserve Mrs. L. Was fighting over a bigger house and fancy furniture worth your life?

  5. Carlos

    H always did have a lot of drama in his life.  I just saw the Behind Mansion Walls episode.  I had no idea this had happened.  I haven’t spoken to H is several years.  Does anyone have a mailing address for him?  carlos.cain@hotmail.com

    Thanks,

  6. Curious

    Why is the little girl in foster care that’s so sad. Doesn’t Mr. Landry have good friends or family he trust to take the poor little girl? Curious

  7. Rhea

    Does anyone know the address that one can send a message to Mr Landry . It’s about his daughter. Thanks Robin

  8. Little Sister

    Wow! Anonymous Little Girl, I am afraid that you misunderstood me.  I in no way meant any sarcasm in my question to you about what keeps you up at night.  I just happened to notice the time of your post and thought it was late.  I am sorry if I offended you in any way.  I will be forever GRATEFUL to you for your sacrifices.  From what I understand you were very instrumental in saving my brothers life!!!!! Although I have never met you, my parents have spoken VERY highly of you!!!!  I regret that you had to be caught up in the middle of it all.  I know that your life was also at risk!!!! Please accept my apology to you for making you think that I meant any ill will to you!!! 

    Yes you are right, it all needs to be put to sleep!!! I am afraid that I got a little caught up in all of the blogs being written about (both) of my brothers.  I was angry at all of the conclusion jumping that people do!

    As far as stories for television or whatever, my brother and his wife have been through a LOT of heartache and do NOT need to dredge up the past!!!!

    PEACE!!!!!
        

  9. Little Sister

    ….Also: Anonymous Little Girl…..What keeps you up at night????  Thank you sooooo much for all YOU have sacrificed in this ugly event(?)……

    • Anonymous little girl

      I am not sure if that remark was sarcastic or not…want to elaborate? 
       

      • Anonymous little girl

        I changed my mind I do not want you to elaborate but I will say this….Nothing keeps me up at night because the mind is a wondrous thing and can block unpleasant images. Also you are right I contributed nothing and sacrificed nothing in that horrible past event. Yeah I was there but I just happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.  One day your family will find peace if you allow it.  Yes it was a terrible incident but it is over in the past now.  We can’t change the past but we can mold the future.  Everything happens for a reason and whether we see the good in a bad incident or not, it is there. People will ALWAYS go back to a bad incident (drama tends to excite) so you will always be reminded of it whether you want to or not, you just need to come to peace with it yourself then when they do bring it up it won’t hurt as much. I am sure my philosophical ramblings have helped you none but that is ok….I just thought I would say peace.  I have nothing to gain by arguing or upsetting you in anyway. But don’t assume that you and your family were the only ones affected by that incident.  There was more than one person/family involved…….

  10. little sister

    Yes I am sure Mr. Price has a lot to say regarding this man, but at what cost????? It has been many years ago now. Please let the man live his life in peace. He deserves his privacy. He and his family have suffered much heartache in their life. Finally H. Landry got a LITTLE bit of what he deserves. I pray that all parties involved in this mans deeds find some kind of peace and comfort in knowing that this man will be behind bars if only for a short while.

    A sister that just wants it to end…..

  11. sarah

    Do you know anyone that might know them? I am sure that Mr Price has a lot to say regarding this man and his sentence. Thanks for your reply

    • Anonymous little gir

      I really don't but I know that CBS 48 hours has been in contact with him….but he refused an interview (which I fully understand.)

  12. Anonymous little gir

    Hey Sarah…I think they still live in that area but I have not been in contact with them since the last court date many years ago.  I wish you luck in your search….I am sure Mr. Price has alot to add.

  13. sarah

    Can I highlight that we ARE NOT part of any programming that involves an interview with Harold Landry. The show is Behind Mansion Walls and we are looking for a comment from Chris Price who was shot at very close range.

    Looking forward to hearing from you.

     

     

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