Joshua Reyes, a 17-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically died on May 5, 2017, in Houston, TX. The circumstances surrounding his death involved a violent altercation that led to his murder. Joshua was shot by Angel "Fat Angel" Lopez, an 18-year-old male, who was later arrested and charged with murder and aggravated assault against a public servant.
The incident occurred after Joshua and his friends had committed a robbery earlier that evening, during which they took a wallet,
marijuana, and several hits of acid from a drug dealer. Following the robbery, an argument broke out between Joshua and Lopez regarding the distribution of the stolen items. Lopez believed he did not receive his fair share and confronted Joshua and his friend in the 6700 block of Westover.
During the confrontation, Lopez pulled out a revolver and fired at Joshua, hitting him in the leg and torso. Witnesses reported that Joshua may have fired back at least once before falling to the ground. Lopez then fled the scene in his mother's car but was pursued by Houston Police Officer J. Green, who heard the gunshots and saw Joshua fall. Lopez pointed his firearm at Officer Green during the pursuit but eventually abandoned the car and escaped on foot.
Officer Green returned to the scene and found Joshua's body. Lopez remained at large until his arrest on May 5, 2017. He was charged with murder and aggravated assault against a public servant and held in the Harris County Jail with bail set at $150,000 for both charges.
The case drew significant attention due to the violent nature of the crime and the involvement of a minor as the victim. The legal proceedings against Lopez included charges of murder and aggravated assault against a public servant, with the case being heard in the 174th State District Court.
Joshua Reyes' death was a tragic event that highlighted the dangers of youth involvement in criminal activities and the potential for violence that can arise from disputes over stolen goods. The case also underscored the importance of swift police action and the pursuit of justice for victims of violent crimes.
