Suresh Sam Shah, a 46-year-old Indian immigrant, was tragically shot and killed on November 26, 2018, while closing his liquor store, Liquor City, in Lewisville, Texas. The incident occurred around 10:00 p.m. when a robber approached Shah, who was complying with the demands. Despite his compliance, the suspect shot him in the chest, and Shah later died at the hospital.
Surveillance footage captured the suspect, described as a tall, slender man wearing a hoodie, near Shah's vehicle.
The Lewisville Police Department launched an investigation into the murder, treating it as a robbery gone wrong. They released grainy surveillance images of the suspect and urged anyone with information to come forward. Shah's widow, Bina Shah, who is a psychologist, took over the store's operations to support their two daughters and keep the family business running. The community rallied around the Shah family, holding a candlelight vigil and offering support.
As of now, the suspect remains at large, and the investigation is ongoing. The Lewisville Police Department continues to follow up on leads and encourages anonymous tipsters to contact them. The tragic death of Suresh Sam Shah has left a lasting impact on his family and the community, who remember him as a kind and dedicated store owner.
