Carlos Castillo, a 43-year-old man, was fatally shot on January 29, 2025, at J's Mini Mart on Corpus Christi Street in Houston, Texas. According to reports, the incident occurred during an altercation inside the convenience store. Deputies responded to the scene and found Castillo critically injured. He was transported to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
His family described him as a loving and selfless individual, leaving behind seven children.
Authorities identified 30-year-old David Rocha as the suspect in the shooting. Rocha was wanted by Harris County deputies and was eventually arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail. He was charged with murder and felon in possession of a weapon. Reports indicate that Castillo's family became aware of Rocha's involvement after he allegedly posted about the crime on social media. The family has since been seeking justice for their loved one and raising funds for funeral expenses.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation. Law enforcement officials have not disclosed further details regarding Rocha's arrest, including where or how he was apprehended. The case has drawn attention from the local community, with Castillo's family advocating for accountability and justice in the wake of his tragic death.
