Harley W. Ryan, a 58-year-old man from Azle, Texas, tragically lost his life on February 10, 2020, in what was determined to be a double murder-suicide. The incident occurred at his home on Red Oak Circle, where he and his wife, Xiumei Shi Ryan, 54, were shot and killed by their 16-year-old son, Suayng Qu. Following the killings, the teenager took his own life.
The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office was alerted by a family member who had not heard from the Ryans in over 24 hours.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered the bodies of Harley W. Ryan, Xiumei Shi Ryan, and Suayng Qu, all of whom had been shot once. The sheriff's office initially treated the case as a triple homicide but later concluded it was a double murder-suicide.
No arrests were made, as the perpetrator was deceased. There were no suspects or ongoing litigations related to the case, as it was quickly resolved with the determination of the cause of death. The tragic event shocked the local community, as neighbors described Harley W. Ryan and his wife as kind and friendly individuals.
The investigation concluded that the motive behind the killings was not disclosed, and the case was closed with the ruling of double murder-suicide. The community mourned the loss of Harley W. Ryan and his wife, and the incident left a lasting impact on those who knew them.
