On October 24, 2022, Alan Guillen, a 16-year-old Hispanic male and student at Manor High School in Austin, Texas, was tragically shot in the head near the P. Terry’s restaurant on Texas State Highway 71. The shooting occurred around 1:45 p.m., and Alan was one of the juveniles targeted by a male suspect who fired at two vehicles. The suspect, described as a heavy-set Hispanic male between 17 and 20 years old, was last seen wearing a red hoodie and dark pants.
Alan Guillen was rushed to
Dell Seton Medical Center in critical condition but sadly passed away on November 4, 2022. His death is being investigated as Austin's 61st homicide of the year. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and the investigation is ongoing. Alan's family, including his cousin Uriel Guillén, has been vocal in seeking justice and answers regarding the incident.
The Austin Police Department has released a description of the suspect and is urging anyone with information to come forward. The case has drawn significant attention due to Alan's familial connection to Vanessa Guillén, a U.S. Army soldier who was murdered at Fort Hood in 2020. Alan's family has expressed their grief and determination to find the truth behind his death.
Authorities continue to investigate the case, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police or Crime Stoppers anonymously. The community remains hopeful that justice will be served for Alan Guillen and his family.
