Katie Lee pleaded guilty to killing her 17-year-old son in February 2025, admitting to drugging him, stabbing him, and calling 911.

Katie Lee, 40, of Holland, Michigan, pleaded guilty on October 22, 2025, to second-degree murder, torture, and resisting police in connection with the February 21, 2025, stabbing death of her 17-year-old son, Austin Pikaart. She admitted to drugging him, slashing his throat and arm, and calling 911 after he stopped breathing, claiming he had asked her to help him die before turning 18. Lee, who had previously attempted suicide with her son, was arrested at the scene holding a knife and resisting officers. As part of a plea deal, she faces 60 to 90 years in prison, with sentencing set for January 19, 2025. She was found competent to stand trial and will remain incarcerated.