Anthony Brown, a 26-year-old male from Austin, Texas, was tragically shot and killed on December 29, 2016. The incident occurred in the 12900 block of Quinn Trail, where Brown was shot on his porch. He was later transported to St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The cause of death was determined to be a gunshot wound to the chest.
The investigation revealed that Brown was involved in a drug deal.
He was supposed to sell three ounces of marijuana to two men who came to his home. During the transaction, one of the men, identified as Mosses Howell, shot Brown. Howell was later arrested and charged with murder. Another suspect, Javier Roberto Teague-Salas, was also charged with murder in connection to Brown's death.
The case was investigated by the Austin Police Department, and both Howell and Teague-Salas were taken into custody. The investigation involved tracing phone records and interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading up to Brown's death. The suspects were linked to the crime through witness statements and evidence collected at the scene.
The tragic death of Anthony Brown highlights the dangers associated with drug transactions and the impact of violence on individuals and their families. The case also underscores the importance of community cooperation in solving crimes and bringing perpetrators to justice.