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Donald Ray Perkins, 36, of Abilene, Texas, was shot and killed on June 26, 2016, following a violent confrontation that began with a serious family dispute. Court documents and witness testimony say Michael Shawn Gootee, 39, and Kimberly Mansell, 42, were involved. Gootee reportedly told people he was looking for Perkins after accusing him of raping his daughter and was seen searching bars and other places saying he intended to kill Perkins.

On the day Perkins was killed, Gootee and Mansell allegedly lured him to the Five Points area by saying Mansell had a flat tire. Once Perkins arrived, Gootee shot him multiple times, including once in the head. Both Gootee and Mansell were arrested and charged with first-degree murder; Gootee was later convicted and sentenced to 20 years. Mansell provided information to Abilene Police and faced charges but had not stood trial at the time of the reports.

Does anyone have direct information about Perkins, the Five Points area that day, or witnesses who were nearby?