Gregorio Cordova-Mejia, a 19-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically lost his life on July 29, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. He was one of two teenagers shot and killed outside the Union Pines Apartments on the city's south side. The other victim was 15-year-old Angel Ray Garcia. Both were found with multiple gunshot wounds, and the medical examiner confirmed their deaths were a result of these injuries.
The incident occurred before 3 a.m., and witnesses reported hearing gunshots
and seeing two men running from the complex. The San Antonio Police Department responded to the scene and found the first victim at the top of the stairs, while the second victim was discovered behind an apartment building. Authorities believe neither victim lived at the apartment complex. The investigation is ongoing, and police are still searching for the suspects.
In the aftermath of the shooting, Crime Stoppers offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. Despite the reward and ongoing efforts, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved. The families of the victims have been actively seeking justice, with billboards and community outreach efforts to gather information and keep the case in the public eye.
The loss of Gregorio Cordova-Mejia has deeply affected his loved ones, including his girlfriend and their young daughter. His girlfriend described him as someone who loved making people smile and had a big, goofy personality. The community continues to support the families and hopes for answers and justice in the future.
