Gerrardo De Los Santos, a 23-year-old Hispanic male, was fatally shot on November 23, 2015, in Houston, Texas. The incident occurred around 8:45 p.m. as De Los Santos was walking back to his apartment at 5959 Bissonnet. He was approached by Arnold Castillo, a 21-year-old Hispanic male, who attempted to start a fight. During the altercation, Castillo pulled out a gun and fired at De Los Santos, striking him.
De Los Santos was transported to Ben Taub General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The Houston Police Department's Homicide Division conducted an investigation into the shooting. Detectives identified Arnold Castillo as the suspect responsible for De Los Santos' death. Castillo was subsequently charged with murder in the 339th State District Court. The police urged anyone with information on Castillo's whereabouts to contact the HPD Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers.
The case garnered attention due to the nature of the crime and the young age of both the victim and the suspect. The investigation revealed that the shooting was not a random act of violence but rather a targeted attack. The motive behind the altercation and subsequent shooting remains unclear. The Houston Police Department continued to search for Castillo, who was considered armed and dangerous.
In the aftermath of the incident, the community expressed shock and grief over the loss of Gerrardo De Los Santos. Friends and family remembered him as a kind and hardworking individual who had a bright future ahead of him. The case highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in the city and the need for increased efforts to address the root causes of such incidents.
The legal proceedings against Arnold Castillo were closely monitored by the public and the media. The case served as a reminder of the devastating impact of violent crime on individuals and communities. The Houston Police Department remained committed to bringing justice to the family of Gerrardo De Los Santos and ensuring that those responsible for such crimes were held accountable.
