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Mario Castillo

Case from Falfurrias, TX dated May 03, 2023

Victim Details

Mario Castillo

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Falfurrias

TX

2023-05-03

53

Mario

Castillo

06/21/2026

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On May 3, 2023, Mario "Alacran" Castillo, aged 53, was fatally shot in Falfurrias, Texas. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on South Terrell Street, where an argument between two groups escalated into a deadly shootout. Eyewitness Mary Ann Williams reported that the confrontation involved men brandishing firearms, with tensions reportedly stemming from a dispute over a woman. During the exchange, Castillo attempted to seek cover between vehicles but was struck multiple times, including a fatal ...
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  • kiiitv.com: Eyewitness gives account of deadly Falfurrias shootout as manhunt for suspects continues
  • Mario “Alacran” Castillo, age 53 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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