Chad Allan Vess, 41, of Boyd, Texas, was shot and killed on November 30, 2021. Born January 4, 1980, in Decatur, he was married to Scheryl Deann Brittain (married August 30, 2012) and is survived by his wife, four daughters, one son, five grandchildren, his mother, two brothers and other family members.

Authorities determined the fatal shooting was carried out with a handgun and that 61-year-old Daniel Trevino Hernandez of Boyd fled the scene. Hernandez was indicted for murder by a Wise County grand jury on February 18, 2022, and was later arrested by Fort Worth police.

Chad’s death has deeply affected his family and the Boyd community. If anyone has information about the case or knew Chad and can share details that might help his family, please come forward.