Bennie Ray Jackson, a 65-year-old African American man from Tyler, Texas, was found shot to death on his front porch on December 10, 2018. Officers from the Tyler Police Department responded to the scene at the home on North Gaston and West Barrett Street and confirmed he died from an apparent gunshot wound. Crime scene personnel and investigators were dispatched to examine the circumstances of his death.

No arrests or named suspects have been released, and there are no public updates on charges or litigation tied to this case. Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest and charges in this or any felony case. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Tyler Police Department or Crimestoppers.