On July 4, 2022, Hillary Plouck, a 31-year-old woman, was found with gunshot wounds at a Valero gas station in Rowlett, Texas. She was accompanied by her sister, Hayley Plouck, who was also injured in the incident. The Rowlett Police Department responded to the scene at approximately 7:28 p.m. and discovered the two women with gunshot injuries. Both victims were transported to a local hospital, where Hillary was pronounced dead. Hayley, who survived the attack, informed the police that they had been shot by her boyfriend, Keith Richmond, a 34-year-old man with a violent past.
Keith Richmond was apprehended by the Garland Police Department after a brief foot pursuit. He was located at his home in Garland, Texas, where he attempted to flee from the officers. Richmond was subsequently charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon/family violence. The investigation revealed that Richmond had a prior charge for murder in 2008 and was on bond for a pending drug case at the time of the shooting. Additionally, he was involved in human trafficking.
The case proceeded to trial, and after a week-and-a-half-long jury trial, Keith Richmond was convicted of the 2022 shooting. The jury heard testimony concerning the murder of Hillary Plouck and the aggravated assault of her sister, Hayley. Richmond was sentenced to life in prison for his actions. The District Attorney's Office emphasized their commitment to seeking maximum sentences for violent offenders who victimize others.
The tragic incident left the community in shock, as the details of the case unfolded. Hillary Plouck, a young woman with her whole life ahead of her, lost her life in a senseless act of violence. Her sister, Hayley, continues to recover from the physical and emotional trauma of the attack. The case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.
