Carolyn Pena, a 44-year-old Hispanic woman, was tragically killed on August 17, 2018, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Carolyn Pena and her 27-year-old daughter, Carolyn Cantu, were both fatally shot in a violent incident that took place on Mary Street. The shooting also involved a third individual whose condition remains unknown. Carolyn Pena and her daughter were transported to the hospital, where they succumbed to their injuries.
The suspect in the case, Joe Angel Guerrero, a 29-year-old
man, was arrested and charged with capital murder, aggravated assault on a peace officer, and being a felon in possession of a firearm. Guerrero was taken into custody at a residence on Buford Street and booked into the Nueces County Jail with a bail set at $2.2 million. The police believe that the shooting was not a random act and that the individuals involved were acquainted with each other.
The investigation into the deaths of Carolyn Pena and Carolyn Cantu revealed that the incident was a targeted attack. The family of the victims organized a fundraiser to help cover the funeral expenses, highlighting the impact of the tragedy on the community. The case garnered significant attention, and the authorities urged anyone with information to come forward to aid in the investigation.
The deaths of Carolyn Pena and her daughter have left a lasting impact on their family and the Corpus Christi community. The legal proceedings against Joe Angel Guerrero continue as the authorities work to bring justice for the victims and their loved ones.
