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Richard Lamm, 56, of Dayton, Texas, was killed on August 17, 2020, during a shooting spree on County Road 4901. The attack was carried out by Michael Wettstein, 60, who opened fire on multiple homes along the road; Lamm and Misty Herndon, 38, were the first victims. Wettstein also shot Herndon’s dog before fatally shooting both Herndon and Lamm.

After the first shootings Wettstein moved to other houses, killing Bruce Mercer, 59, and wounding Marvin Rumley and his daughter Amanda Rumley, both of whom were airlifted to a hospital in Houston. Wettstein was arrested soon afterward hiding in nearby woods with a swastika drawn on his forehead and was found armed with a shotgun and a rifle used in the killings. He was charged with one count of capital murder and additional felonies.

Liberty County authorities noted Wettstein had a history of erratic behavior and had complained about dogs roaming in the neighborhood, but they said no clear motive had been established. Does anyone have information about Richard Lamm, his family, or his movements in Dayton before August 17, 2020?