Lubbock, TX – Branson Tungate Confirmed Dead Following East Lubbock Shooting; Investigation Underway
The city of Lubbock, Texas, is grappling with tragedy after a man was shot and killed in a quiet residential neighborhood on Friday afternoon. The Lubbock Police Department (LPD) has confirmed the victim as Branson Tungate, following a swift response to reports of gunfire in East Lubbock.
The incident occurred in the 1900 block of E. Colgate Street at approximately 12:33 p.m. on Friday, June 13, 2025. Officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving emergency calls about a shooting in the area. Upon arrival, police found a man — later identified as Tungate — suffering from a gunshot wound inside the home.
Emergency medical personnel responded immediately and transported Tungate to University Medical Center (UMC) by ambulance. Despite the efforts of first responders and medical staff, he was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
At this time, details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting remain limited, as detectives continue their investigation into what led to the fatal encounter. Lubbock Police have not yet confirmed whether any suspects are in custody or if there is an ongoing threat to the public. No motive has been officially released, and authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that may assist in piecing together the events leading up to the shooting.
The LPD Major Crimes Unit is actively working the case, canvassing the neighborhood, speaking with witnesses, and collecting evidence from the scene. Residents in the area described the midday scene as tense and heartbreaking, with multiple patrol cars and investigators quickly converging on the block.
Branson Tungate’s identity was confirmed hours after the shooting, sparking an outpouring of grief from family, friends, and members of the Lubbock community who knew him. While full details of his life and legacy have yet to emerge, those close to him say he was a young man full of potential, known for his warm demeanor, quiet strength, and willingness to lend a helping hand.
Social media has already begun to fill with tributes and expressions of disbelief, as loved ones process the sudden and violent loss. Many describe him as someone who didn’t deserve such a fate and are calling for justice and clarity about what happened inside that home on East Colgate Street.
Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting or who may have been in the area at the time to contact the Lubbock Police Department Crime Line at (806) 741-1000. Tips can remain anonymous, and even the smallest detail could help investigators bring resolution to this tragic case.
This remains a developing story, and updates are expected as the investigation unfolds. For now, the Lubbock community mourns the loss of Branson Tungate, whose life was cut short by senseless violence.
Rest in peace, Branson. You are gone too soon, but not forgotten.
