On August 24, 2024, in Fort Stockton, Texas, 20-year-old Alejandro "AJ" Lozoya was fatally shot in the 400 block of South Oklahoma Street around 1:45 p.m. Responding officers from the Fort Stockton Police Department (FSPD) found Lozoya unresponsive with a gunshot wound.
Shortly after the incident, 21-year-old Julius Rey Ramos, accompanied by family members, voluntarily entered the FSPD lobby to report the shooting. Ramos was arrested without incident and charged with murder.
The shooting also resulted in injuries to 17-year-old Christian Franco, who was present at the scene. Details regarding Franco's condition and the circumstances leading to the shooting have not been fully disclosed.
Alejandro Lozoya, known as "AJ," was born on August 13, 2004, in Elk City, Oklahoma, and later resided in Hereford, Texas. He was a member of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribe of Oklahoma and worked as a ranch hand.
AJ was remembered for his joyful spirit, sense of humor, and love for dancing. He is survived by his mother, siblings, grandparents, and other family members.
A graveside service for AJ was held on August 31, 2024, at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Hereford, Texas. The community mourned his untimely passing, lighting candles and sharing memories in his honor.
As of now, the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting continues. Authorities have not released further details about the motive or events leading up to the incident. The community remains in shock as they await more information. 
