Tragic Murder-Suicide in St. Johns County: Fire Rescue Lieutenant Kills Wife, Then Himself – GoFundMe

In a heartbreaking incident, St. Johns County Fire Rescue Lieutenant Shawn Yarbrough fatally shot his wife, Andrea Yarbrough, before taking his own life in their home on Thursday night. The tragic event unfolded in the Entrada subdivision off County Road 207 near Wildwood Drive, St. Johns County, Florida.

On Thursday, June 13, 2024, at approximately 9:20 p.m., authorities discovered Shawn and Andrea Yarbrough shot in their residence. According to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office (SJSO), the initial investigation and subsequent autopsies confirmed that Andrea Yarbrough’s death was a homicide and Shawn Yarbrough died from suicide.

The news of the murder-suicide has left the St. Johns County community in shock and mourning. Friends, family, and neighbors are grappling with the sudden and tragic loss of Andrea Yarbrough, remembered as a loving wife, mother, and friend.

In the wake of this tragedy, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched by the family to support the funeral expenses and the sustenance of the children left behind. The fundraiser highlights the situation of the couple’s daughter, Lily, an eleven-year-old middle school student, who now faces an uncertain future without her mother. The family is currently unsure of any life insurance or benefits that may be available to support Lily during this difficult time.

The GoFundMe campaign description reads:
“Our sweet, beautiful, vibrant Lily – Olivia, Madison, and my niece, Andrea’s daughter, Debbie & Jeff’s and Roger & Paula’s granddaughter, middle school student and friend to many – lost her mom suddenly and tragically on June 13th, 2024. She is a tender eleven years old, with her whole life still ahead of her. Lily is suddenly and temporarily without the security of her mom, no health insurance, and, as of now, the family is unsure of any life insurance or benefits she may be entitled to.”

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances leading up to the murder-suicide. As the community awaits further details, they come together to support the Yarbrough family in any way they can.

In these trying times, the St. Johns County community is rallying to provide emotional and financial support to Lily and her extended family. Those who wish to contribute can do so through the GoFundMe page, which aims to alleviate some of the immediate financial burdens and ensure Lily has the support she needs.

The tragic deaths of Shawn and Andrea Yarbrough have left a deep void in the hearts of their loved ones and the community. As the investigation continues, the focus remains on supporting their surviving daughter and honoring the memories of those lost. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Yarbrough family during this incredibly difficult time. Further information will be shared as it becomes available, including the release of their obituaries.