Gino Maurice Armendariz, a 33-year-old Hispanic male, tragically passed away on December 25, 2019, in Houston, Texas. He was born on February 7, 1986, in Los Angeles, California, and was the son of Mauricio Hernan Armendariz and Gloria Jimenez-Lopez. Gino was married to Romina Sanchez, with whom he shared three years of marriage and 18 years of companionship. He was employed as a diesel mechanic at Spartan Fleet Services and was known for his smile and upbeat personality.
Gino's life was centered around his family, especially his children, Matthew, Julian, and Adrian.
On December 23, 2019, Gino Armendariz was shot in the parking lot of a motel located in the 8700 block of the Gulf Freeway in southeast Houston. He was found next to a running vehicle and was immediately taken to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The incident occurred around 12:52 a.m., and the authorities have been seeking help from the public to solve the case. Crime Stoppers of Houston has offered a reward for information leading to the arrest and charging of the suspect involved in the shooting.
Despite the efforts of law enforcement and the pleas from Gino's family, the case remains unsolved. His mother has expressed her desperation for answers and justice for her son's untimely death. The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing the perpetrator to justice.