Luis Cepeda Lopez, a 52-year-old Latin male, tragically lost his life on June 12, 2021, in Dallas, Texas. He was found lying on the ground in an open field at a construction site in the 10600 block of Grady Lane. After SWAT secured the scene, Dallas Fire-Rescue pronounced him deceased at the scene. The cause of death was determined to be gun violence.
Following the incident, homicide detectives launched an investigation and identified Volney Woods Jr., a 59-year-old Black male, as the
suspect responsible for Luis Cepeda Lopez's murder. Woods was arrested and taken into custody, later being charged with murder. He was booked into Dallas County Jail, and a magistrate was set to determine his bond.
The case, identified as number 103870-2021, continued to be investigated by the Dallas Police Department to gather further evidence and details surrounding the tragic event. The community and Luis Cepeda Lopez's family awaited justice as the legal proceedings unfolded.
Luis Cepeda Lopez is remembered by his family, including his wife Luz Esperanza, his parents Moises and Esperanza, and his children Luis, Adrian, and Jennifer. His final resting place is Panteon Villa De Arista S.L.P, Mexico.
The loss of Luis Cepeda Lopez has left a significant impact on his loved ones and the community, and the pursuit of justice remains a priority for those affected by this tragic event.
