Shawn Paul Allread, a 42-year-old Caucasian male, was shot and killed on October 29, 2015, at a residence on North 24th Street in Billings, Montana after a violent altercation. The dispute began in text messages and involved a reported disagreement over a drug transaction; Allread allegedly threatened to go to the other man’s home to settle the matter.

Prosecutors reviewed the case involving the homeowner, Nicholas Frandsen. According to a memo from the Yellowstone County prosecutor’s office, Allread entered the home without permission, confronted Frandsen, and pulled out a gun. Frandsen shot Allread about 20 times. The prosecutor’s memo concluded that Allread was the aggressor, and no murder charges were filed.

If anyone knew Allread or has information about the events that night, please share what is known.