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Jesse Avila Jr

Case from Dallas, TX dated Aug 14, 2021

Victim Details

Jesse Avila Jr

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Dallas

TX

2021-08-14

26

Jesse

Avila Jr

07/09/2026

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Jesse Avila Jr., a 26-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically passed away on August 14, 2021, in Dallas, Texas. He was found inside a vehicle at the Estara Apartments in the early hours of the morning, suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Jesse was pronounced dead shortly after.

The investigation into Jesse's death led to the arrest of 27-year-old Alex Castillo, who was identified as the suspect. Castillo was taken into custody and char ...
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  • Dallas News: Man jailed in Far East Dallas slaying said he didn’t remember whether he shot anyone, affidavit says
  • DPD Beat: Arrest Made in the Homicide on Woodmeadow Parkway
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