Ronald 'Ron' Thomas, a 71-year-old man from Angleton, Texas, was tragically murdered on October 31, 2021. He and his common-law wife, Paula Ayala, were shot to death inside their home on Rice Street. The incident occurred in broad daylight, around 5:30 p.m., while children were playing outside due to Halloween festivities. The shooter, described as a 6-foot tall man wearing all black and a yellow face mask, entered the home and fired the fatal shots before fleeing the scene in a dark-colored
SUV with chrome accessories.
Ron Thomas and Paula Ayala had been together for five years and were both considered disabled. Paula Ayala, who was 50 years old, was a mother of two and a grandmother of five. The couple was well-loved in their community, and their violent deaths left family members and neighbors in shock. The motive for the murders remains unclear, but police believe it was a targeted attack rather than a random act of violence.
The investigation into the murders of Ron Thomas and Paula Ayala is ongoing. Police have not released any information about potential suspects or arrests. However, they are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in solving the case. Brazoria County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for tips that lead to an arrest. The community remains hopeful that justice will be served for the tragic loss of Ron Thomas and Paula Ayala.
