Jeffrey Todd Locke, 46, died on December 1, 2016, at his Round Rock, Texas, residence after being shot by a homeowner on Angelico Lane in the Sendero Springs subdivision. According to reports, Locke was shot twice after he attempted to force his way into the home where his ex-girlfriend lived with the male resident. The male resident confronted Locke in the backyard armed with a flashlight and a pistol and fired as Locke tried to force entry.

The shooting was reported to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and the matter was referred to the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office for review. The homeowner has not faced criminal charges; the shooting was described as justifiable self-defense. No other arrests or charges have been reported and no further investigative details have been released.

Locke was born March 20, 1970, in Akron, Ohio, grew up in Arlington, Texas, and graduated from Martin High School and the University of Texas. Described as muscular and 6 feet 5 inches, he loved the Cowboys, kids, animals and his recently deceased Labrador, Bailey. He is survived by his mother Connie Miranda, his father John Locke, brother Justin Locke and nephews Tristan and Jonah Locke.

If anyone has information about the events of December 1, 2016, or knew Jeffrey, please share what you know.