Erik Aragon, a 22-year-old male from El Paso, Texas, tragically lost his life on November 4, 2017. He was found shot in a business parking lot in Horizon City and later succumbed to his injuries at a hospital. The incident occurred during a drug deal gone wrong.
Three individuals were arrested in connection with Erik Aragon's death: Miguel Angel Ontiveros, 22; Shawn Ezal Ramirez, 21; and Marcos Damian Porras, 23.
According to court documents, the suspects attempted to rob Aragon during the drug transaction. Ontiveros admitted to investigators that he, Ramirez, and Porras planned to sell a brick of marijuana to Aragon. During the deal, Ramirez pulled out a handgun and demanded Aragon empty his pockets. When Aragon complied, Ramirez shot him, and the suspects fled the scene.
Miguel Angel Ontiveros later pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to 30 years in prison. Ramirez and Porras were charged with capital murder, but their trials have not yet been scheduled.
The tragic death of Erik Aragon highlights the dangers associated with drug transactions and the severe consequences that can arise from such encounters.
