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Jose Lumbreras Sr., 50, was shot and killed on August 21, 2023, in Wichita, Kansas. A native of Zacatecas, Mexico who became a U.S. citizen, he worked in construction and was staying temporarily at the Auto Motel on North Broadway the night he died. His family describes him as a hardworking, helpful man and a father to two children, Jose Lumbreras Jr. and Aracely Lumbreras.

Harris, 64, of Lawrence, to rob him over a drug-related debt. Harris entered the motel room armed with a gun and, he told police, shot Lumbreras three times after Lumbreras lunged at him. Lumbreras then stumbled into the motel parking lot and died; his wallet was missing from the scene. Two people were arrested in connection with the case.

What details might someone who knew Jose or who was near the Auto Motel that night be able to add to the official account?