Cameron Blake Stevens, a 20-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically lost his life on February 6, 2021, in Houston, TX. Cameron, who was known for his positive attitude and sense of humor, was fatally shot in the head by Alexander Salvador Ordonez, 22, at an apartment complex in Cypress Station. The incident occurred after Cameron agreed to meet Ordonez and his younger brother, Kevin Ordonez, to purchase a handgun.
When the deal fell through, Ordonez and his brother followed Cameron and shot him as he walked away.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene and began an investigation, which included reviewing surveillance footage from multiple cameras. The footage revealed the car’s license plate, linking it to an armed robbery that had occurred the previous day. In that incident, the Ordonez brothers robbed a man and woman of their money, marijuana, and vehicle, shooting the man in the leg. Although the charges against Alexander Ordonez for these two aggravated robberies were dismissed following his murder conviction, the details were presented during the sentencing phase to provide the judge with a comprehensive understanding of the crime spree.
Following a five-day trial, Alexander Salvador Ordonez was convicted of murdering Cameron B. Stevens and sentenced to life in prison. Assistant District Attorneys Gilbert Sawtelle and Sean Kozar-King prosecuted the case. Charges, including murder, are still pending against Kevin Ordonez, who is scheduled for trial in October.
The tragic death of Cameron Blake Stevens highlights the dangers of meeting strangers for transactions, especially late at night. The case serves as a reminder to stay vigilant and take precautions when engaging in such meetups.
