On June 10, 2023, in Longview, Texas, a tragic shooting occurred in the early morning hours, resulting in the deaths of two brothers, 19-year-old Aleksei Gamez and 18-year-old Alexander Gamez. At approximately 2:52 a.m., Longview Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 600 block of Harrison Street. Upon arrival, they discovered the two brothers with apparent gunshot wounds.
Aleksei was pronounced dead at the scene, while Alexander was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. Despite medical efforts, Alexander succumbed to his injuries on June 11, 2023.
The investigation led to the arrest of 25-year-old Jose Rodriguez Jr., who was charged with capital murder in connection with the deaths of Aleksei and Alexander. According to an affidavit, the events began when an individual known only as "Bla" arrived at the residence with Rodriguez. A confrontation ensued, culminating in the fatal shooting of the Gamez brothers.
Rodriguez was taken into custody and held at the Gregg County Jail on a $500,000 bond. The Longview Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. They have urged anyone with additional information to contact them or Gregg County Crime Stoppers.
The deaths of Aleksei and Alexander have deeply affected the Longview community. A visitation for the brothers was held on June 30, 2023, at Oakdale Mortuary in Glendora, California, where family and friends gathered to mourn their loss.
