Jerson C. Barrondo, a 22-year-old Hispanic male from Houston, Texas, tragically lost his life on October 31, 2021. Barrondo was attending a large house party in the 7800 block of Moline Street in southeast Houston when an altercation broke out. He was trying to get partygoers to leave the area when he got into a confrontation with an unknown man. The situation escalated, and the man pulled out a gun, shooting Barrondo and a 15-year-old who was also at the party.
Barrondo was pronounced dead at the scene, while the teenager was taken to a nearby hospital and is expected to survive.
The suspect in the shooting was described as a Hispanic male with short hair, wearing a black hoodie and a black or dark-colored T-shirt with a design on the front. Houston police launched an investigation into the incident, urging anyone with information to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and the suspect has not been apprehended as of the latest updates.
The loss of Jerson C. Barrondo has deeply affected his family and friends. He was a dedicated soldier in the United States Army, serving as a Machine Gunner in Company C, 1st Battalion, 509th Infantry Regiment. Barrondo is survived by his wife Jennifer Gomez, his parents Olga Esperanza Cana Alecio Barrondo and Hugo Rolando Barrondo Sr., and his siblings. A visitation and celebration of life were held to honor his memory, and he was laid to rest at Houston National Cemetery.
The investigation into Barrondo's death continues, with the Houston Police Department actively seeking information to bring the perpetrator to justice. The community has been asked to assist by contacting the HPD Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers with any relevant information.
