Andrew James Lopez, a 32-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity from Wichita Falls, TX, was tragically found deceased in his vehicle on the morning of May 22, 2022. The incident occurred in the 1000 block of Covington Street, where Lopez was discovered with an apparent gunshot wound to the chest. The Wichita Falls Police Department was called to the scene around 2 a.m. following a medical call.
The investigation was taken over by the WFPD Crimes Against Persons detectives, who conducted a search warrant at a nearby house and interviewed individuals present at the scene.
The circumstances surrounding Lopez's death were initially unclear, prompting an extensive investigation by local authorities. Detectives requested assistance from the public, urging anyone with information to come forward. The investigation included interviews with witnesses and a thorough search of the area. Despite these efforts, no arrests or suspects were publicly identified in connection with the homicide.
The case drew significant attention from the community and law enforcement, as it was the second homicide in Wichita Falls over that weekend. The WFPD continued to appeal for information and urged residents with security cameras in the vicinity to review footage that might provide clues about the incident. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities committed to finding justice for Andrew James Lopez and his family.
