 We have more information tonight regarding the death of a Beena woman. The Cass County Sheriff's Office reports 34 year old Thomas Wayne Matthews is in custody in connection with the homicide death of his mother, Joy Marie Matthews. Reporter Sherell Moore is live in the studio tonight with more details. Sherell. Thank you, Dennis. Just before the homicide was discovered, Thomas Wayne Matthew also allegedly assaulted several people at a bar in Beena. Right now police are still trying to put together the details. It's just shocking that he would do this stuff to her. Police first received reports of Thomas Wayne Matthews Wednesday night just before eight. Thomas Wayne allegedly assaulted several people outside of the Big Winnie bar and had to be restrained. All of the assault victims at the bar received non-life threatening injuries. The following morning, Joy Matthews was found dead in her home. After the investigation continued it was learned that he possibly was involved with the homicide at his mother's residence where he ultimately has been, he is ultimately in our facility booked on the assault charges. The Ramsey County Medical Examiner's Office has officially ruled Joy Matthews death as homicide due to multiple stab wounds. Neighbors say Joy was quiet and kept to herself. I known Joyce for probably 15 years probably and she was a good lady, man she was a, you never heard anything coming bad from over there. The Cass County Sheriff's Office is unsure what led Thomas Wayne Matthews to allegedly commit the assaults and the homicide. As they collect evidence, they hope some of the mystery will be solved. There's still a lot of evidence to analyze so that will be done by the BCA. Still some follow up with witnesses. There's just a lot of groundwork to be done yet before you know the actual formal charges are filed. And according to the Minnesota Department of Corrections, sorry, Thomas Matthews does have prior convictions dating back to 2005 and 2013. Dennis, back to you. Alright, thanks Sherrell for that live report tonight. Formal charges will be determined by the Cass County Attorney. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.