Cruz Torres

Death by Force

Cruz Torres, age 24, was fatally shot on November 11, 2007, in Houston, Texas. The incident occurred in a predominantly Hispanic neighborhood, leading to considerable community outrage. Torres’s death was part of a broader issue of tensions between local residents and law enforcement, which led to a number of public protests by community leaders demanding justice. The case drew significant attention, particularly because of the dissatisfaction with how it was handled by authorities. Community ...Read More

Cruz Torres v. The State of Texas--Appeal from 179th District Court ...