Richard Paul, 61, was found fatally shot inside his home in the 5000 block of 38th Street in central Lubbock after gunfire was reported at 11:08 p.m. on July 15, 2026. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene and investigators from the Lubbock Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit treated the death as a homicide.

Detectives say a witness reported an unknown person had come to the door shortly before the shooting and specifically asked for Richard Paul, suggesting the attack may not have been random. No arrests were made in the immediate aftermath, and the identity of the person who came to the residence remained unknown.

Crime Line announced a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to identification, arrest, and conviction in the case. If anyone knew Richard Paul, saw someone at that address that night, or has other information, please contact the Lubbock Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit.