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Summary based on 6 sources
Justice Martinez, a 19-year-old woman, tragically died on October 20, 2014, in Ledbetter, Texas. She was found dead at a home on U.S. Highway 290, with a gunshot wound. The incident also involved her 19-month-old child, who was found wounded at the scene and later died at a hospital in Austin.

Fayette County sheriff's deputies began investigating the case and identified Justice Martinez's ex-boyfriend, 25-year-old Deandre Owens, as a suspect. Owens had a history of domestic violence with Martinez, and the couple had recently broken up. Owens was located at an apartment in Austin, where he fatally shot himself during a standoff with authorities.

The investigation revealed that the shooting incident was a result of domestic violence, and Owens was considered the primary suspect in the murder of Justice Martinez. The tragic event highlighted the severe consequences of domestic abuse and the importance of addressing such issues to prevent further loss of life.

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