In the early hours of New Year's Day 2026, a senseless act of celebratory gunfire tragically cut short the life of 44-year-old Moises Jaimes in Laredo, Texas. A devoted husband and father, Jaimes was celebrating with his family when he was struck in the head by a stray bullet. The Laredo Police Department had issued warnings against the dangerous and illegal tradition of celebratory gunfire less than 24 hours before the incident that claimed Jaimes's life on Calle Puebla.
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services responded swiftly, and Jaimes was airlifted to a hospital in San Antonio for advanced medical treatment. Despite the efforts of medical professionals, his injuries proved to be too severe. After being placed on life support, Moises Jaimes succumbed to his injuries on the evening of January 2, 2026, surrounded by his grieving family. The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed his passing.
The Laredo Police Department has opened an investigation into the deadly shooting. However, as of late January 2026, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been announced in connection with the stray bullet that killed Moises Jaimes. The investigation into the tragic incident remains ongoing as his family and community mourn the loss of a man described as the heart of his family, known for his kindness and unwavering support.
