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John Martin Alaniz

Death by Force
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John Martin Alaniz, a 41-year-old man from Poteet, Texas, tragically passed away on August 30, 2020. He was born on November 20, 1978, and was a beloved member of his community. John is survived by his wife, Debra Alaniz, his parents Juan and Rita Alaniz, and his children, John Sebastian Alaniz, Ayden Alaniz, and Saylene Alaniz. He was also a loving brother to Veronica Lambardia and a cherished uncle to his nephews.

On the night of his death, John was shot multiple times at 150 Avenue H i ...Read More
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  • KSAT: Poteet police searching for 18-year-old murder suspect
  • kens5.com: Man killed in Poteet; suspect identified, but not arrested yet
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    Victim Details

    John Martin Alaniz

    Male

    Poteet

    TX

    2020-08-30

    41

    John

    Martin Alaniz

    11/28/2025

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