Juan Manuel Belmarez, a 35-year-old Hispanic male from Edcouch, Texas, tragically died on January 1, 2017. His death was the result of a homicide, and the Texas Rangers were called in to lead the investigation. The incident occurred near the intersection of Reyes Street and Southern Avenue in Edcouch. Authorities found a white SUV with multiple bullet holes near the scene, but it is unclear if Belmarez was inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Belmarez had a criminal history
dating back to 1998, when he was 17 years old. He had previously pleaded guilty to felony aggravated assault and burglary of a habitation charges, receiving a deferred five-year prison sentence. In 2001, he was arrested for violating the conditions of his parole related to these charges.
The investigation into Belmarez's death was extensive, but details about the suspects or arrests related to the case have not been publicly disclosed. The Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Rangers continued to work on the case, but no further information has been released regarding the suspects or the motive behind the murder.
The loss of Juan Manuel Belmarez was deeply felt by his family and the community in Edcouch. He is survived by his wife, Loreda Altamirano, and their children: sons Emmanuel Belmarez and Rolando Zamora Jr., and daughters Emerald Belmarez and Kaydee Belmarez. The investigation into his death remains a significant case for the Texas Rangers and local authorities.
