On December 21, 2024, 19-year-old Carlos Perez was fatally shot while working at an AutoZone store located on Birnham Woods Drive in Spring, Texas. The incident occurred around 9:50 a.m. when a suspect entered the store and shot Perez multiple times before fleeing the scene on foot. No customers were present inside the store at the time, though an individual was in the parking lot.
Law enforcement swiftly apprehended 19-year-old William Gabriel Aguilar a short distance from the scene. Aguilar has been charged with first-degree murder and is currently held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $750,000 bond. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances leading up to the tragic event.
Carlos Perez, a graduate of York and Grand Oaks High School, was known for his compassion and ambition. He had aspirations in the automotive industry, including plans to become an engineer and start a car washing business. Friends and family remember him as a kind-hearted individual who was always willing to help others.
In the wake of his passing, a memorial has been established outside the AutoZone store where Perez worked, and a vigil was held in his honor. The community continues to mourn his loss, expressing deep sorrow over the senseless act of violence that claimed his life.
Authorities urge anyone with additional information regarding the incident to contact the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office as the investigation remains ongoing.
