The tragic death of Ashlee Long, a 28-year-old realtor from Texas, has taken a shocking turn following the arrest of William Kistler, the man she was with when she was fatally shot. Ashlee was in Dallas for work when she was killed in the early hours of April 5. Footage from the scene captured her alongside Kistler, who has since faced serious legal troubles.
The connection between Ashlee and Kistler is unclear, particularly as she was engaged to someone else at the time. During the incident, Kistler reportedly made contact with a passing white Mercedes, prompting a confrontation with Kendrick Finch, a passenger in the vehicle. Finch, armed at the time, allegedly shot Ashlee, resulting in her tragic death at a Dallas hospital shortly after.
Emerging details confirmed that Kistler, 36, also faced legal issues, including a prior arrest for unlawful possession of a firearm as a felon. His criminal history includes charges related to violent behavior and alcohol-related offenses. He was in custody on additional outstanding warrants at the time of the incident.
Footage has revealed that Kistler attempted to retrieve a firearm from Ashlee’s purse during the confrontation, which escalated when Finch exited the vehicle armed with a 9mm handgun. In the midst of the chaos, Kistler managed to fire three rounds, although he, too, sustained injuries in the altercation.
As the case unfolds, Finch’s defense argues that he acted in self-defense, a claim that his attorney supports by stating that Kistler’s actions instigated the conflict. Finch only turned himself in days later, giving rise to questions about the events leading up to Ashlee’s death.
Described in her obituary as a bright and successful realtor engaged to her high school sweetheart, Ashlee’s sudden loss has left her family devastated. They have expressed their sorrow, feeling that she was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Her mother shared the emotional toll, stating, “I just feel like I’m in a daze every day.”
The tragic circumstances surrounding Ashlee Long’s death serve as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life and the impacts of violent encounters. As investigations continue, many hope for justice while reflecting on the life of a talented young woman full of potential.