Arturo Ramirez, a 27-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically lost his life on December 19, 2016, in Houston, Texas. He was fatally shot during an altercation outside the Concord at Gulfgate Apartments in southeast Houston. The incident occurred around 8 p.m., and Ramirez was found collapsed on the sidewalk after running from the parking lot.
He was rushed to Ben Taub General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The suspect in Ramirez's murder is Lamar Cooks, also 27 years old, who was charged with the crime. Cooks allegedly fled the scene after the shooting, and despite an ongoing investigation, he has remained at large. The Houston Police Department has urged anyone with information about Cooks' whereabouts to come forward.
The case has drawn significant attention from law enforcement, and efforts to locate Cooks continue. The investigation has involved multiple agencies, including the Houston Police Department's Homicide Division and Crime Stoppers. The community has been encouraged to assist in providing any relevant information to help bring the suspect to justice.
Ramirez's death has left a profound impact on his family, friends, and the local community. The loss of such a young life has been deeply felt, and the search for justice remains ongoing.
