Xavier Gene Esquivel, a 17-year-old Hispanic male from San Antonio, Texas, tragically lost his life on August 30, 2020. Xavier was born on October 27, 2002, and was known for his love of basketball and playing Xbox with friends. He was also fond of bean and cheese tacos. Xavier's death occurred in a drive-by shooting while he was giving his friends a ride.
He was seated in a car parked on the corner of South Olive Street and Aransas Avenue when a white SUV drove up and fired at least 20 rounds into the vehicle.
Xavier's girlfriend, 19-year-old Vianeth Ramos, who was four months pregnant with their child, also died in the shooting. Two other teenagers in the car survived their injuries. The San Antonio Police Department described the incident as a "targeted hit," but no arrests have been made in connection with the crime. Xavier's family and Vianeth's family have been vocal in their demand for justice, expressing their grief and frustration over the lack of progress in the investigation.
Despite the passage of time, the families continue to seek answers and justice for Xavier and Vianeth. The San Antonio Police Department and Crime Stoppers have offered a reward for information leading to an arrest, but the case remains unsolved. The families hope that someone will come forward with information to help bring the perpetrators to justice.
The loss of Xavier Esquivel has left a lasting impact on his family and friends, who remember him fondly and continue to honor his memory. The community remains hopeful that one day, justice will be served for Xavier and Vianeth.
