On April 29, 2023, at approximately 3:11 a.m., 27-year-old Daniel Antonio Mergil was found in his vehicle after it crashed into a front yard on the 5900 block of Ameen Drive in Northeast El Paso. Upon arrival, police discovered that Mergil had sustained a gunshot wound. He was promptly transported to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators believe the shooting occurred near the 6100 block of Ameen Drive, close to a U-Haul storage facility.
Surveillance footage captured a black four-door sedan with chrome rims and possibly chrome door handles fleeing the scene around the time of the incident. This vehicle is suspected to be connected to Mergil's murder.
As of December 2024, no arrests have been made, and the suspect or suspects remain unidentified. The El Paso Police Department's Crimes Against Persons Unit continues to investigate the case and has appealed to the public for any information that could lead to an arrest. Crime Stoppers of El Paso is offering a cash reward for tips that result in an arrest.
Mergil's family, including his wife and young daughter, have been vocal in seeking justice. They describe him as a kind-hearted and charismatic individual whose untimely death has left a significant void in their lives. Despite the passage of time, they continue to urge anyone with information to come forward, hoping for closure and accountability for the loss of their loved one.
