Tamara Dunn Martinez, a 31-year-old woman from San Antonio, Texas, tragically lost her life on March 28, 2017. She was shot multiple times by her common-law husband, James Cardona, who also shot their 13-year-old daughter at their home off Highway 281 in South Bexar County. The incident occurred in the evening, and Martinez succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
Following the shooting, Cardona fled the scene in a black Chevy Avalanche with Texas license plate number BT09880.
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office launched an intensive manhunt for Cardona, who was considered armed and dangerous. The search culminated in his arrest three days later at his aunt's house in Fentress, Texas, by the Lone Star Fugitive Task Force. Cardona was taken into custody and charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
The case drew significant media attention and public outcry, particularly from Martinez's family, who pleaded for Cardona's capture and urged anyone with information to come forward. The family, devastated by the loss of Martinez and the critical condition of their granddaughter, hoped that justice would be served.
Cardona was eventually extradited back to Bexar County to face the charges. The tragic incident left a lasting impact on the community and highlighted the importance of addressing domestic violence and ensuring the safety of victims and their families.
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