Cassandra Downey, 52, of Childress, Texas, was fatally shot in Memphis, Texas on April 29, 2023. The Memphis Police Department requested assistance from the Texas Rangers, and a suspect was taken into custody shortly afterward, though authorities have not publicly identified that person. Findings from the investigation are to be submitted to the 100th Judicial District Attorney’s Office.

Born August 29, 1970, to Jerry Downey and Maxine Walker, Cassandra graduated from South High School in 1989 and attended Wichita State University. She worked for many years as a Certified Nursing Assistant and was remembered for her infectious laughter, kind heart, love of family, cooking and music. A funeral service was held May 11, 2023, at the Childress Church of Christ.

No motive or further details about the suspect have been released; anyone with information about Cassandra’s death is asked to come forward.