Christopher Ray Garcia, 37, of Lubbock, Texas, was shot and killed on January 11, 2022. Police say he was in the backseat of a vehicle in the 7000 block of University Avenue when an altercation with another passenger ended with Garcia being shot; he was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, an acquaintance, told officers the suspect ran on foot after the shooting and pulled into a nearby restaurant parking lot to call for help.

Investigators report the dispute began as a civil matter between Garcia and the other passenger. The Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit is handling the investigation. Garcia’s family and friends have shared tributes remembering him.

Does anyone who was in the area that night or who knew Christopher have information that could help the investigation?