Crime Solvers Central
CSC
268 Cases Solved. Advancing justice for missing persons, unsolved homicides, unidentified and unclaimed remains.
Steven Mendoza death by force case profile photo

Steven Fluffy Mendoza

Case from Houston, TX dated Mar 20, 2024

Victim Details

Steven Fluffy Mendoza

Male

White / Caucasian

Houston

TX

2024-03-20

42

Steven

Fluffy Mendoza

Yes

07/04/2026

Case Description

Any updates on this case? Let us know!
Steven "Fluffy" Mendoza, a 42-year-old convenience store clerk, was tragically killed on March 20, 2024, while working the overnight shift at a Chevron gas station near Hobby Airport in Houston, Texas. The incident occurred around 12:50 a.m. at the corner of Gulf Freeway and Monroe Road.

Mendoza, known affectionately as "Fluffy" due to his size, smile, and big heart, was a beloved father, husband, and friend. He was working behind the counter when three armed suspects, believed to be in ...
MEMBER ACCESS

Continue reading the complete case summary

Unlock the full case narrative for Steven Fluffy Mendoza, all available source links, additional videos, and member discussions.

Unlock Full Case Access — $3.97/month
Cancel anytime.
Already a member? Log in

Links to Additional Sources (4)

See any mistakes? Let us know!
  • KPRC: ‘Help us find who did this:’ Security footage shows suspects, getaway car in fatal SE Houston gas station shooting
  • KPRC: Houston store clerk murder marks 3rd deadly shooting in 5 months on same Gulf Freeway corner
    • MEMBER ACCESS

    Unlock 2 additional sources

    View the complete collection of available reporting and reference links for this case.

    View All Case Sources — $3.97/month
    Cancel anytime.
    Already a member? Log in

    Latest News

    View All

    Forum Posts (1)

    Just heard about the tragic loss of "Fluffy" Mendoza and can't help but think about the broader issu... ...Read More
    06/24/2024
    MEMBER ACCESS

    Join the discussion for Steven Fluffy Mendoza

    Read full forum posts and contribute to this case discussion.

    Unlock forum access — $3.97/month
    Already a member? Log in

    Other Cases from Houston, Texas

    Willard Branch death by force case in Houston, TX

    Willard Branch

    Death: Feb 09, 1972
    ​Willard Karmon 'Rusty' Branch Jr., a 17-year-old Caucasian male, tragically became one of the vic i ...Read More
    Kristen Askew death by force case in Houston, TX

    Kristen Askew

    Death: May 02, 2021
    Kristen Askew, a 26-year-old woman, tragically lost her life on May 2, 2021, in Houston, Texas. She e ...Read More
    Larenzo Terrell death by force case in Houston, TX

    Larenzo Terrell

    Death: May 28, 2023
    On May 28, 2023, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Houston police officers responded to reports of a shoot o ...Read More
    Terrance Garrett death by force case in Houston, TX

    Terrance Garrett

    Death: Dec 20, 2014
    Terrance Garrett, a 28-year-old man from Houston, Texas, tragically lost his life on December 20, 20 2 ...Read More
    James Reed death by force case in Houston, TX

    James Reed

    Death: Sep 02, 1905
    Deputy Constable James A. Reed, aged 28, was fatally shot on September 2, 1905, in Houston, Texas. R ...Read More
    Aaden Jayon Bailey death by force case in Houston, TX

    Aaden Jayon Bailey

    Death: Jul 16, 2024
    On July 16, 2024, 15-year-old Aaden Jayon Bailey was tragically shot and killed in Houston, Texas. A ...Read More
    Jadren Bullock death by force case in Houston, TX

    Jadren Bullock

    Death: Jan 15, 2021
    Jadren Bullock, a 26-year-old male from Houston, Texas, tragically passed away on January 15, 2021. . ...Read More