On March 21, 2015, Ray Keech, a 65-year-old man from Garland, Texas, was fatally shot during an altercation at his residence. According to reports, Keech was the live-in boyfriend of a woman whose son, 31-year-old Joseph Robic, came to visit his mother. When Robic arrived, Keech was present at the home, and an argument ensued between the two men. The disagreement escalated into a physical confrontation, during which Robic pulled out a pistol and shot Keech.
Keech was pronounced dead at the scene.
Robic immediately called 911 to report the shooting and was taken into custody by the Garland police shortly after. Detectives investigating the case determined that the shooting was a result of the altercation and Robic was charged with murder. As of the latest reports, Robic was being held without bond.
The incident occurred in the 5200 block of Welbeck Court in South Garland, an area where violent crime is considered rare. The case drew significant attention from local law enforcement and the community due to the unexpected nature of the violence in the neighborhood.
In summary, Ray Keech, a 65-year-old man, died from a gunshot wound inflicted by Joseph Robic, 31, during a physical altercation at Keech's residence in Garland, Texas. Robic was arrested and charged with murder in connection with Keech's death.