Erin Caffey is an American woman who was convicted of planning and participating in the murder of her mother and two younger brothers in 2008. Born on July 27, 1991, Erin was raised in Alba, Texas. She was involved in a relationship with an older boyfriend named Charlie Wilkinson, which her parents strongly disapproved of.
Profile Summary
| Name | Erin Caffey |
| Age | 31 years old |
| Birth Date | July 27, 1991 |
| Birth Place | Alba, Texas |
| Nationality | American |
| Parents | Father: Terry Caffey Mother: Penny Caffey (Deceased aged: 37) |
| Siblings | Matthew and Tyler Caffey (Deceased aged: 13 & 7 respectively) |
| Boyfriend | Charlie Wilkinson |
| Height | 5’6″ |
| Weigth | 56kg |
On the night of March 1, 2008, Erin Caffey’s boyfriend, Charlie Wilkinson, along with his friends Charles Waid and Bobbi Johnson, entered the Caffey family home with the intention of killing Erin’s family members. Erin admitted to providing them with information about the layout of the house and the location of her family members.
Tragically, Erin’s mother, Penny Caffey, and her two younger brothers, Matthew and Tyler, were brutally murdered in their beds. Erin’s father, Terry Caffey, survived the attack after being shot multiple times but managed to escape the house and seek help.
Following the crime, Erin and her accomplices were arrested and charged with capital murder. During the trial, it was revealed that Erin had played an active role in planning the murders and had manipulated her boyfriend and his friends into carrying out the heinous act.
Murder Profile
| Classification | Homicide |
| Characteristics | Juvenile (16) – Arson |
| No. of Victims | 3 |
| Date of Murder | March 1, 2008 |
| Date of Arrest | Same day of the murder |
| Method of Murder | Shooting |
| Status | Pleaded guilty. Sentenced to two consecutive life sentences, plus 25 years, on January 2, 2009. Erin will not be eligible until she serves roughly 40 years of her sentence |
| Killer Boyfriend | Charles “Charlie” James Wilkinson |
| Accomplices | Charles Allan Waid & Bobbi Gale Johnson |
In 2009, Erin Caffey pleaded guilty to three counts of capital murder and was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences without the possibility of parole.
She expressed remorse for her actions and claimed that her motive was to escape her restrictive family life.
The case gained significant media attention due to the shocking nature of the crime and Erin’s involvement. It has been the subject of numerous documentaries and true crime shows.
After her conviction, Erin Caffey was incarcerated in a Texas state prison. Over the years, she has maintained a relatively low profile and there have been limited updates regarding her life since her sentencing.
However, it is known that Erin’s father, Terry Caffey, has publicly expressed forgiveness toward his daughter despite the immense pain caused by her involvement in the murder of his wife and sons.
Terry has advocated for restorative justice and has spoken about his journey of forgiveness and healing.
Since the crime, Erin Caffey’s case has been studied by psychologists, criminologists, and legal experts due to its complex dynamics and the question of her level of culpability.
Some argue that she was under the influence of her manipulative boyfriend and should be considered a victim of coercive control.
Others maintain that she played an active role in planning and orchestrating the murders, thus bearing significant responsibility for the crime.
