Douglas Ashmore, 85, was killed on October 23, 2017, at his home in Clearlake Oaks, California. He was described as a family man who enjoyed fishing, gardening, and time with his grandchildren.

The death occurred during a violent shooting spree carried out by his son, Alan Leroy Ashmore, 64. The rampage also killed a family friend, Richard Braden, and included attempted murders of a California Highway Patrol officer and another person, along with alleged robbery and arson. Alan Ashmore was arrested and charged with multiple counts, including first-degree murder in the deaths of Douglas Ashmore and Richard Braden; he pleaded no contest to those charges.

Reports note Alan Ashmore had a history of mental health and substance abuse issues. If anyone knew Douglas or has information about that day in Clearlake Oaks, please share what you know.