On January 27, 2024, at approximately 3:54 a.m., Lubbock Police Department officers responded to a report of a deceased individual in the 1700 block of East 27th Street in East Lubbock. Upon arrival, they discovered 54-year-old Ruben Sifuentez Velasquez with a fatal gunshot wound. Emergency Medical Services pronounced Velasquez dead at the scene.
Born on March 8, 1969, in Dallas, Texas, Velasquez was a resident of Lubbock at the time of his death.
He attended Posey Elementary and Estacado High School, later pursuing a diverse career across various fields. Despite personal challenges, including a battle with addiction, Velasquez was known for his commitment to loved ones and his fondness for music and good food. He is survived by his children, their mothers, five brothers, and ten grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, and a brother.
The Lubbock Police Department indicated that the shooting appeared to be an isolated incident, posing no immediate threat to the public. As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing.
