Christopher Boykin, 47, was shot and killed on August 26, 2023, in West Columbia, Texas. Known as Chris and Hillbilly, he worked as a rigger, enjoyed motorcycles and horses, and attended Brooks High School and West Columbia High School. He was the father of two children, Logan and Rebecca.

Local reporting says a suspect was arrested and charged with murder after the shooting. The community held vigils and lit candles in his memory; 64 candles had been lit as a sign of remembrance. Few details about the circumstances of the shooting or the suspect’s identity have been released publicly.

If anyone knew Christopher or has information about what happened that night, please share what you can to help the family and the investigation.