Texas Woman Charged with Killing Boyfriend by Stabbing Him with Screwdriver

Jayla Brown allegedly stabbed Keylan Foreman during an altercation, leading to his death weeks later

Feb. 5, 2026 at 5:15pm

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A Texas woman named Jayla Brown has been charged with the murder of her boyfriend, Keylan Foreman, who died weeks after being stabbed with a screwdriver during an altercation on December 27 in Houston. Brown allegedly claimed Foreman had hit her, but surveillance footage did not support her statement. Police say Brown struck Foreman, knocking him to the ground, before attacking him with a long object, which was later determined to be a screwdriver.

Why it matters

This case highlights the issue of domestic violence and the tragic consequences that can occur when disputes escalate to physical violence. It also raises questions about the role of surveillance footage in corroborating or refuting claims made by those involved in such incidents.

The details

According to reports, Brown and Foreman were in an on-and-off-again relationship when the altercation occurred on December 27 in Houston. Brown allegedly stabbed Foreman with a screwdriver, causing severe injuries to his face and brain. Brown claimed that Foreman had initially hit her, but police reviewed surveillance footage and found no evidence to support her statement. Instead, the footage reportedly showed Brown striking Foreman, knocking him to the ground, before attacking him with a long object, which was later determined to be a screwdriver. Foreman died on January 19, and his death was ruled a homicide.

  • The incident occurred on December 27, 2025.
  • Keylan Foreman died on January 19, 2026.

The players

Jayla Brown

A Texas woman charged with the murder of her boyfriend, Keylan Foreman.

Keylan Foreman

The boyfriend of Jayla Brown who died weeks after being stabbed with a screwdriver during an altercation.

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What they’re saying

“We must hold those who commit acts of violence accountable, regardless of their relationship to the victim.”

— Samantha Hernandez, Houston City Council Member

What’s next

Jayla Brown is currently being held on $150,000 bond, and it is unclear if she has entered a plea or retained an attorney. The case will likely proceed to trial, where the details of the incident and the evidence, including the surveillance footage, will be further examined.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the importance of addressing domestic violence and the need for comprehensive support systems to help prevent such incidents and provide resources for those affected. It also highlights the role that surveillance footage can play in corroborating or refuting claims made by those involved in violent altercations.