On October 1, 2024, at approximately 8:55 a.m., the body of 27-year-old Kenia Guardado Molina was discovered in her apartment at The Carlisle complex, located at 9898 Forum Park Drive in southwest Houston. Family members found her after she failed to pick up her 3-year-old son from the babysitter, prompting concern. Molina had sustained at least one gunshot wound to the head and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Surveillance footage from the early hours of September 30, 2024, shows Molina walking with an unidentified Hispanic male toward her apartment. The two appeared comfortable and friendly, suggesting familiarity. Houston police have labeled this individual as a person of interest and are seeking public assistance to identify him. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the man's identity remains unknown.
Molina's tragic death has left her family, including her 3-year-old son and 10-year-old daughter, in deep mourning. Her sister, Yolanda Isabel Guardado, expressed profound grief from their native Panama, stating, "I wish I could tell her I love her and wish I could take care of her." The family is also facing challenges in transporting Molina's body back to Honduras for burial.
The Houston Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding Molina's death. They urge anyone with information about the identity of the person of interest or details related to the case to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or to provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
This incident has raised concerns within the community, highlighting the need for vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement to bring justice for Kenia Guardado Molina and her grieving family. As the investigation progresses, authorities hope to uncover more information that will lead to the apprehension of those responsible for this senseless act of violence.
