Liberty County man charged in shooting death of his son

A Liberty County man has been accused in the shooting death of his 26-year-old son during an argument Thursday afternoon at their home.

James Nesler, 61, is charged with murder in the death of J.A. Nesler about 3:45 p.m. at CR450, according to the Liberty County Sheriff's Office.

Deputies said the elder Nesler told investigators his son had an argument with a friend who was visiting the home. After the brief disagreement, Nesler said he also had an argument with his son. His son started toward him and Nesler said he opened fire on the younger man with a .357 revolver to "warn" him, attempting to wound him in the shoulder to stop the confrontation.

However, deputies said, the younger Nesler was shot in the chest and died at the scene.

James Nesler is being held in the Liberty County jail. So far, no bond has been set for him.

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Liberty County man charged in shooting death of his son