An early Sunday outing at a Lewisville bar ended in deadly violence when a man was shot multiple times in the parking lot and later died at the hospital, prompting a full homicide investigation.
Lewisville police say officers rushed to the 1100 block of Texas Street at about 1 a.m. after reports of gunfire. They found a man in the establishment's parking lot suffering from several gunshot wounds. They immediately began life-saving measures before he was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Detectives say the homicide investigation remains active.
Police identified the suspect as 40-year-old Ronald Lamont Ross, who was arrested near the bar and now faces charges of murder and tampering with evidence, according to The Dallas Morning News. Authorities have not said whether Ross and the victim knew each other.
What the police say
According to investigators, witnesses at the scene provided a description that helped officers track down a suspect nearby shortly after the shooting. Officers also continued life-saving efforts on the victim before he was transported to the hospital.
Police have not released the victim's name, citing the need to notify family members first. Detectives have not announced a possible motive and say that part of the case is still under investigation.
Charges and next steps
Ross is accused of murder and tampering with evidence, both serious felony counts that will move through the county's criminal justice system. Homicide detectives say they are still gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses as they prepare to hand the case over to prosecutors.
How to help
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Paul Kimberlin at [email protected] or 972-219-3640, according to The Dallas Morning News. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Denton County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-388-8477.
