L.T. Thornton Jr., a 69-year-old African American man, was found dead in his Dallas apartment at Hampton Terrace Apartments on August 11, 2021. He was discovered lying on his couch with multiple gunshot wounds; Dallas Fire-Rescue pronounced him deceased at the scene.

Homicide detectives are investigating and Detective Patty Belew has been assigned to the case. Authorities say the motive and circumstances remain under investigation and that there are no suspects in custody. The Homicide Unit has asked the community to come forward with any information that could help identify those responsible.

If anyone knew Mr. Thornton, lived nearby, or saw anything unusual around Hampton Terrace Apartments on or before August 11, 2021, please contact Detective Belew or the Dallas Police Homicide Unit with tips.