Roy Mason, a 35-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on November 17, 2019, in Dallas, Texas. The incident occurred in East Oak Cliff, where Mason was shot by his former roommate, Anthony Lee, during a dispute. The altercation took place at the residence on Scotland Drive, where Mason lived with his brother, Shelvin Mason, and Lee's sister, who was married to Shelvin.
Lee, who had been living with the Mason family but was kicked out a few months prior, returned to the residence and shot both Roy and Shelvin Mason. Roy Mason succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital, while Shelvin Mason survived the shooting.
Anthony Lee, a 38-year-old African American male, turned himself in to the Lancaster Police Department shortly after the incident. He was subsequently charged with murder and taken to the Lew Sterrett jail. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but it is known that Lee had been living with the Mason family before being asked to leave. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is ongoing, with authorities seeking to understand the events that led to the fatal altercation.
The tragic death of Roy Mason has left his family and community in mourning. As the investigation continues, the focus remains on uncovering the full details of the incident and ensuring that justice is served for the senseless loss of a young life. The case highlights the devastating impact of violence within families and the importance of addressing underlying issues that can lead to such tragic outcomes.
