57-year-old Lynda Barnes was tragically shot and killed on January 29, 2018, in Beaumont, Texas. She was found at a home in the 1100 block of Church Street, suffering from obvious gunshot wounds. Despite being rushed to St. Elizabeth Hospital, she succumbed to her injuries. This incident marked the first homicide of 2018 in Beaumont.
The investigation into Lynda Barnes' death revealed that police received a call about the shooting around 11:28 a.m.
A witness reported hearing gunshots and seeing someone running south from the residence. However, despite extensive efforts, including interviewing people who knew Barnes and reviewing surveillance footage, the police have not been able to identify or locate a suspect. Detectives continued to work on the case, urging anyone with information to come forward.
As of now, there have been no arrests, suspects, or litigations related to Lynda Barnes' death. The case remains open, and the Beaumont Police Department, along with Southeast Texas Crime Stoppers, continues to seek information that could lead to a resolution.
Lynda Barnes' death was a tragic event that shook the Beaumont community, and the lack of resolution has left many questions unanswered. The investigation remains ongoing, with hopes that new evidence or information will eventually bring justice for Lynda Barnes and closure for her loved ones.
