Homero Lazaro Escobar Jr., a 16-year-old Hispanic male from Dallas, Texas, tragically lost his life on July 23, 2020. He was born on January 28, 2004, to Vanity Garcia and Homero Escobar. Homero was known for his hardworking nature and aspirations to provide for his grandparents. He had recently been hired by McDonald’s and was attending Dallas Can Academy.
On the day of his death, Homero was shot near Arcadia Park on the 5400 block of North Arcardia Drive.
Witnesses reported seeing two males fleeing the scene in a tan-colored sedan. The investigation into his murder is ongoing, and the family has expressed their agony and desire for the shooter to be identified and arrested. Despite claims that Homero was involved in a gang, his family and community members have refuted these allegations, describing him as a good kid who was trying to navigate life with the resources he had.
The family has been vocal about their grief and the need for justice. They have also highlighted the broader issue of violence in their neighborhood, with crosses marking various spots around Arcadia Park where individuals have been killed. The community has rallied around the family, with plans for a mass in Homero's memory at Santa Clara Catholic Church in Dallas.
The investigation remains active, and the family continues to seek answers and justice for Homero Lazaro Escobar Jr. His death has sparked conversations about youth violence and the importance of providing support and resources to young people in the community.
