Dennis O’Laughlin, 36, was fatally shot during a domestic disturbance at a residence in the 4500 block of Erie Drive in Midland, Texas, on October 24, 2023. Midland Police responded to reports of gunfire around 7:45 p.m. and found O’Laughlin deceased from gunshot wounds. A woman at the scene was injured and taken to Midland Memorial Hospital.

An 18-year-old, Julius Pullen, who was present at the residence, was arrested after admitting during a 911 call that he shot O’Laughlin, asserting he acted in self-defense. Witnesses said Pullen may have instigated the confrontation, and investigators reported evidence suggesting additional rounds struck O’Laughlin after he was on the ground. Pullen was charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon causing serious bodily injury and booked into the Midland County Jail with bonds totaling $1 million. The investigation is ongoing.

If anyone knew Dennis or has information about the events on Erie Drive that night, please share what you know.