Damion Jiovanni Garcia, a 17-year-old Hispanic male, tragically lost his life on July 20, 2022, in Lubbock, Texas. The incident occurred during an illegal gun transaction involving stolen firearms. Damion Garcia and 18-year-old Elijah Trevino were both found with gunshot injuries in the 2200 block of East 10th Street. Despite immediate first aid and transportation to University Medical Center, both teenagers were pronounced dead upon arrival.
The altercation that led to their deaths stemmed from criminal activity associated with hybrid-gang involvement.
The investigation into the shooting revealed that Damion Garcia, Elijah Trevino, and several others were participating in the illegal gun transaction when an altercation broke out, resulting in multiple rounds being fired. Following the incident, a joint operation between the Lubbock Police Department and the Texas Anti-Gang Center led to the apprehension of several suspects. A juvenile was taken into custody in connection with the shooting, and a forcible stop of a vehicle involved in the incident resulted in the arrest of six suspects, including three juveniles aged 15 and 16. The adults arrested were Jaydee Diaz, 17, Marco Guerrero, 22, and Kendrick Duvall, 18. The charges against them included felony warrants for drug-related offenses and possession of illegal firearms.
The investigation into the deaths of Damion Garcia and Elijah Trevino is ongoing, with the Lubbock Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit leading the efforts. The authorities have identified multiple individuals involved in the illegal gun transaction and are working to bring those responsible to justice. The tragic loss of these young lives highlights the dangers associated with illegal firearms and gang-related activities in the community.
