Desmond Benjamin, a 26-year-old male from La Marque, Texas, tragically lost his life on June 3, 2017. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning on FM 2004, involving a car crash and a possible shooting. When police arrived at the scene, they found Desmond Benjamin dead inside one of the vehicles, and two other individuals were injured.
The La Marque Police Department and the Galveston County District Attorney's Office launched an investigation into the fatal accident.
The investigation revealed that the crash involved three vehicles, and it was unclear whether Desmond Benjamin was killed by gunfire at the scene or as a result of the crash. Eyewitnesses reported hearing several rounds of gunfire around 4:30 a.m., adding complexity to the case. The police have not provided any updates on the suspects or arrests related to the incident. The case remains under investigation, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the La Marque Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
Desmond Benjamin was a graduate of La Marque High School Class of 2009 and was well-known in the community. His untimely death has left a significant impact on his family and friends, who continue to seek answers and justice for his passing.
