Alva Bryan Stem Jr., 65, of Waco, Texas, was shot and killed on August 3, 2021, at the Rex-Plex apartment complex. Wright had previously barricaded himself inside his apartment; when SWAT and negotiators arrived he came out and opened fire, and a shootout with police followed in which Wright was also shot and killed.

Stem was described as a devoted Christian, husband to Sherry Butler, and father of two, Sheena and Rex. He retired from the City of Waco as a Supervisor in the Engineering Department and had worked as a District Land Surveyor for TxDOT. Family remembered him for his problem-solving skills, handyman abilities, and love of spending time with relatives.

Police have not disclosed a motive or how Stem and Wright were connected. Nine officers were placed on administrative leave while the Texas Rangers investigated the shooting. Does anyone have information about Stem’s activities at the complex that day or about a possible connection between him and Ent Wright?