Evan Anderson, a 19-year-old male from Brownfield, Texas, tragically lost his life on June 5, 2018, due to a gunshot wound. He was found unresponsive in a neighborhood in Brownfield after shots were heard in the area. The incident occurred in the 500 block of East 2nd Street. Evan was pronounced dead at the scene, while another 19-year-old man, Jim Mojica, was also shot and injured but survived.
The investigation into Evan's death led to the arrest of two men, Meshach Hall and Jim Mojica. Meshach Hall, aged 22, was arrested on September 14, 2020, and charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Jim Mojica, who was also injured during the shooting, was arrested and charged with murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, drug possession, having an open container in a vehicle, and failure to maintain financial responsibility.
The case drew significant attention from the community, with Evan's family pleading for answers and justice. They held a vigil in his honor and set up a memorial fund to support the family during this difficult time. The Brownfield Police Department continued to investigate the case, and both Hall and Mojica are awaiting trial for their involvement in Evan's death.
Evan's tragic death has left a lasting impact on his family and the community, who continue to seek closure and justice for the young man who lost his life too soon.
