Fabian Zuniga Reyna, a 14-year-old Hispanic male from Odessa, Texas, tragically passed away on February 16, 2021. Fabian was a ninth-grade student at Odessa High School and was well-liked by his peers and community. He was born on February 22, 2006, to Jesus Corrales Reyna and Maria Fe Zuniga Arenivas Reyna.
Fabian's death was the result of a shooting incident that occurred on February 16, 2021.
According to reports, Fabian was in a vehicle with a 20-year-old man when they were approached by several young individuals outside a house on Lindberg Street. One of the individuals pulled out a gun and began firing at them. Fabian was struck by the gunfire and despite efforts to get him to a hospital, he succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation led to the arrest of Jose Manuel Cuellar-Vigil, an 18-year-old who was later charged with Fabian's murder. Cuellar-Vigil pleaded guilty to the charges and was sentenced to 25 years in prison. Additionally, Cuellar-Vigil's mother, Marisela Vigil Zamudio, and sister, Keyna Cuellar, were arrested on suspicion of smuggling vape pens containing THC to him while he was in jail.
The case drew significant attention in the Odessa community, and the legal proceedings highlighted the tragic loss of a young life and the impact on his family and friends. The community continues to remember Fabian and honor his memory through various tributes and memorials.
Fabian's story serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of gun violence and the importance of community support in the aftermath of such tragedies.
