Azareyh Aleyiah Owens, a one-year-old girl of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically died on October 20, 2014, in Ledbetter, Texas. She was the victim of a fatal shooting at her home, which also resulted in the death of her mother, Justice Martinez, aged 19. The incident was determined to be a homicide by the Travis County Medical Examiner's Office.
The investigation revealed that Azareyh's father, Deandre Owens, aged 25, was named as a person of interest. Deandre Owens had a history of domestic violence with Justice Martinez, and the couple had recently broken up. Following the shooting, Deandre Owens was found dead at an apartment in Austin, Texas, where he had fatally shot himself during a standoff with authorities.
The tragic events unfolded when deputies from the Fayette County Sheriff's Office responded to a call at the residence near Ledbetter and discovered the bodies of Azareyh and her mother.
The investigation concluded that Deandre Owens was responsible for the deaths, although he was never formally charged due to his death during the standoff.
This heartbreaking case highlights the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of intervention and support for those affected by such situations. Azareyh Aleyiah Owens' death serves as a somber reminder of the need for increased awareness and resources to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
