Ruben Sifuentez Velasquez, 54, was found dead from a gunshot wound in the 1700 block of East 27th Street in East Lubbock on January 27, 2024, at about 3:54 a.m. Emergency Medical Services pronounced him dead at the scene. Born March 8, 1969, in Dallas, Texas, Velasquez lived in Lubbock and attended Posey Elementary and Estacado High School. He worked in a variety of fields over the years and is remembered by family for his commitment to loved ones and his enjoyment of music and good food. He is survived by his children, the mothers of his children, five brothers, and ten grandchildren; he was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, and a brother. The Lubbock Police Department described the shooting as appearing to be an isolated incident and said there was no immediate threat to the public. No arrests have been announced and the investigation is ongoing.

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