On November 6, 2015, Armando Mazariegos, age 53, was tragically killed during an attempted robbery outside his apartment complex at 9888 United Drive in southwest Houston. Mazariegos had just returned home from running errands with his wife and grandson when the incident occurred. As he stepped out of his vehicle, he was approached by an armed suspect demanding money. As Mazariegos reached into his pocket, the suspect fired, striking him fatally.
He died at the scene, while his wife and grandson, who were also present, were unharmed.
The suspect fled the scene on foot immediately after the shooting, and no description of him was initially available. Houston police described the incident as a robbery gone wrong, potentially a crime of opportunity. The apartment complex where the crime took place had been the site of other robberies in the past, raising concerns about the safety of residents in the area.
Authorities urged anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect to contact the Houston Police Department's Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers. Despite their efforts, no arrests have been reported in connection to Mazariegos' death, which adds to the continuing issue of unsolved violent crimes in Houston. The community remains shaken by the loss of Mazariegos, who was a father and grandfather, highlighting the need for greater vigilance and safety measures in residential areas.
