Dennis Michael Taylor, 60, was found shot to death on Follett’s Beach in Brazoria County on February 13, 2020. A 30-year veteran of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and father of three, he was last seen the night before driving his black 2018 Ford F-150 in Freeport. The Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office ruled the death a homicide and opened an investigation.

Despite extensive investigative work, no suspects or motives have been publicly identified. The sheriff’s office has asked anyone with information to contact Brazoria County Crime Stoppers; the family has described Taylor as a kind and generous man and said they want answers. The case remains open.

If anyone knew Dennis, saw his truck in Freeport on February 12, 2020, or has information about his movements that night, please come forward.