Salomon Lucio, a 36-year-old Hispanic male from Haltom City, Texas, was found dead on October 13, 2018, in Rice, Texas. His body was discovered near a running vehicle on Prairie Star Trail off NE 1060. Responding deputies observed that Lucio had multiple gunshot wounds, indicating homicidal violence. The Navarro County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigation Division processed the crime scene under challenging weather conditions, including heavy rain and possible tornadic thunderstorms. Despite these obstacles, detectives worked diligently throughout the day and into the early morning hours of Sunday to gather evidence and pursue leads.
The investigation led detectives to Lucio's residence in Haltom City and later to Fort Worth. Multiple search warrants were obtained and executed in both Navarro and Tarrant Counties. The detectives' efforts culminated in the arrest of Rafael Borroel, a 34-year-old male from Fort Worth, who was charged with Lucio's murder. Borroel was apprehended without incident by Navarro County deputies and Fort Worth police officers on October 14, 2018. He was initially taken to the Tarrant County Jail and later transferred to the Navarro County Jail, where he remained with a bond set at $100,000.
The Navarro County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Fort Worth Police Department, Haltom City Police Department, and the Texas Rangers, demonstrated exemplary teamwork and dedication in solving the case. The investigation revealed that Lucio's death was the result of multiple gunshot wounds, and Borroel was identified as the primary suspect. The case highlights the importance of inter-agency cooperation and the relentless pursuit of justice by law enforcement officers.
