Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. It happened on June 12 around 3:35 a.m. on US 77 exit ramp towards BUSI 77. Sinton shooter arrested, charged with murder. Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. The shooting happened outside a home located on Country Road 984, according to the Facebook post. If you would like this article removed, please click the REMOVE ARTICLE button below and the article will be removed. Sinton police are looking for a suspect on the run. 2020 All Rights Reserved. Stabbing in Sinton sends one man to hospital, one to jail on New Year's Day, Three arrested by Sinton police after drive-by shooting on Christmas, Nueces County Health District preparing for Phase 1B COVID-19 vaccine distribution, 69 arrested, 4 dead, 50 DC police officers injured amid pro-Trump riots at the U.S. Capitol, Corpus Christi woman at pro-Trump rally in D.C.: 'It was troublesome. Rocky John William Dunn Killed in San Patricio County Two-Vehicle Crash on US 77 at BUSI 77 Exit San Patricio County, Texas (June 13, 2020) - A Sinton man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Friday morning in San Patricio County, south of Sinton, troopers said. No other vehicles were involved. Posted at 1:07 PM, Mar 19, 2021 . Carlos Chumacero, 27, of Brownsville, Texas, was initially charged with aggravated assault with a. SINTON, Texas A Sinton father was shot and killed after police say he wanted to see his biological daughter. Police have identified a man shot and killed by a Leander police officer in a hotel room in June as 33-year-old Michael Christopher Crater. Jacklyn Orta, 27, was arrested on drug charges and remains jailed on $200,000 in bonds. To speak with an attorney Click to call: 281-943-5555. She also expressed gratitude for a man who found her son and ex-husband and "stood vigil" over them with a shotgununtil help arrived. 0:57 Police have identified a man shot and killed by a Leander police officer in a hotel room in June as 33-year-old Michael Christopher Crater. Last month, an argument over family visitation left one Sinton man dead and another in jail charged with murder. Editor's note: This story has been updated to includeHenry Roland Gonzales Jr.'s correct age. The warrant was part of an ongoing investigation that uncovered synthetic marijuana, mushrooms and drug paraphernalia. A murder charge was later added, San Patricio County Sheriff Oscar Rivera said Friday. Missing Sinton man found dead, police investigating; Elderly man hit by vehicle, in critical condition; 4 kayakers rescued at Humble Channel 'A big old fish!': 350-pound grouper caught in . Crater is from Sinton in South Texas,. There is no word on what caused the accident and the victims identities have not been released to the public. Rachel Denny Clow, Corpus Christi Caller-Times, San Patricio County Sheriff: Arrests made in fatal shooting of Gavin McFarland, Candlelight walk honors murdered Sinton teen Gavin McFarland, Road rage incident ended life full of promise for Sinton High School student, Consider supporting local journalism with a digital subscription to the Caller-Times, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. It makes me think more in humanity that there are still people out there willing to help others, she said. The driver overcorrected, causing the vehicle to roll over. Man from Sinton killed in a three vehicle crash in San Patricio County. Henry Roland Gonzales Jr., 33, of Sinton, turned surrendered to authorities and was held onsuspicionof aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. in North Austin on June 14. ', WATCH: Sen. Ted Cruz's remarks moments before US Capitol stormed by pro-Trump rioters. Early morning crash on Tx-188 & FM796 between Sinton & Mathis claimed the lives of two local residents. Police say the suspect, 28-year-old William Robinson, was last seen wearing a gray muscle shirt and black pants. The San Patricio County Sheriff's Department and Sheriff Oscar Rivera both . It happened on June 12 around 3:35 a.m. on US 77 exit ramp towards BUSI 77. Man from Sinton killed in a three vehicle crash in San Patricio County. San Patricio County Sheriff's Department picture. On Thursday afternoon, posts made by an account believed to belong to Gonzaleswere shared on Facebook prior to his arrest. Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Texas; Sinton; US 77; source: Bing 1 view; Jun 11, 2022 5:00pm; SAN PATRICIO COUNTY, Texas - DPS Troopers . About 1,000 people attended. As a Trump supporter I don't condone any type of violence. Who May Make a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas? SINTON, Texas - A 35-year-old Sinton man was killed in an automobile accident on U.S. Highway 77 between Odem and Sinton. Our deputies RELATED: Those outside of Corpus Christi city limits could be expected to pay for fire services. Carlos Chumacero, 27, of Brownsville,was initially charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after he was arrested in Ingleside Thursday morning. All rights reserved. The male victim was killed, but Sinton . We also serve clients residing in North Houston, which includes Tomball, Atascocita, The Woodlands, Kingwood, Humble, Jacinto City, and Spring, and Southeast Houston, which includes Webster, Clear Lake, Pasadena, Pearland, Friendswood, League City, Deer Park, Channelview, Baytown, Alvin, Dickinson, and Texas City. The shooting happened outside a home located on Country Road 984, according to the Facebook post from the San Patricio County sheriff. Sauderman was ejected. Roger William Moore is accused of shooting a woman twice in the 200 . 2023 www.statesman.com. SINTON, Texas A 35-year-old Sinton man was killed in an automobile accident on U.S. Highway 77 between Odem and Sinton. Police say the suspect, 28-year-old . Two vehicles were involved and photos from the scene show one truck on its side. Updated: 6:13 PM CDT May 12, 2022 SINTON, Texas Two South Texas residents were killed in a crash between Mathis and Sinton Thursday morning, San Patricio County Sheriff Oscar Rivera said.. The sheriff said his vehicle was discovered abandoned off of Highway 77 across from Love's Truck Stop and the local Motel 6. Black-owned business is booming in Corpus Christi, Hot afternoon ahead of cold front Thursday evening, PHOTOS: Vibrant Northern Lights over Minnesota. A Sinton man was shot and killed Friday night after he wanted to see his biological daughter, San Patricio County Sherriff Oscar Rivera stated on his Facebook page Saturday. If you have any information, you're asked to call Sinton police at (361) 364-4400. The Sinton man was gunned down Friday night at 7:30 p.m. at his home on the corner of Sodville Road Authorities aren't sure why he was killed but they do believe they found the man. A 35-year-old Sinton man was killed in a Friday night accident on U.S. 77 between Odem and Sinton. The San Patricio County Sheriff's Department and Sheriff Oscar Rivera both . Consider supporting local journalism with a digital subscription to the Caller-Times. The State of Texas also allows the estate of the deceased to bring a survival action to recover for past medical expenses and conscious pain and suffering, as well as other non-economic damages which the deceased may have suffered before death. SINTON, TEXAS A man accused of shooting and killing a grandfather and his grandsons was indicted. As the family of Sinton teen Gavin McFarland laid him to rest, they received news that two men accused in his killing were in custody. Photo: Mugshot of David Chapa Jr., who is charged for murder after shooting a man. The grieving mother said she was grateful to law enforcement for closing the case, but also singled out a good Samaritan, who reported the crime and guarded Gavin and his father with a shotgun until authorities arrived. Man sentenced to life after fatally shooting 4 men in Taft. SINTON, Texas A 35-year-old Sinton man was killed in an automobile accident on U.S. Highway 77 between Odem and Sinton. Copyright 2020 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. On June 4, the sheriff's office received calls of a shooting at the 500 block of Sodville Road in Sinton. The fatal crash happened around 3:35 a.m. June 12, on US 77 at BUSI 77 exit. The State of Texas also allows the estate of the deceased to bring a survival action to recover for past medical expenses and conscious pain and suffering, as well as other non-economic damages which the deceased may have suffered before death. Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. It was not immediately clear if he was wearing a seatbelt. Men arrested in Sinton teen's killing as family laid him to rest. San Patricio County, Texas (June 13, 2020) - A Sinton man was killed in a traffic collision Friday morning in San Patricio County, south of Sinton, troopers said. The driver, Barbara Sauderman, wasn't injured, DPS said. A murder charge has been filed against one of two men arrested in Gavin McFarland's fatal shooting. By: Greg Chandler. San Patricio County deputies and Sinton Fire Department officials had to extricate the victims from the trucks, Rivera said. We realize some stories are sensitive in nature. vehicle crash one mile south of Sinton in San Patricio County. Sheriff Oscar Rivera posted to social media on Sunday, Jan. 12, at 8:15 a.m. that Sinton resident Manuel Pardo, 71, had been missing since the previous morning. A 35-year-old Sinton man was killed in a single-car automobile accident on U.S. Highway 77 between Odem and Sinton. Gavin, a standout track and football athlete at Sinton High School, was killed June 23 in St. Paul. "This search warrant was affected by the Central Texas Regional SWAT team in Austin because it is standard practice for partnering with agencies to use CTRS for our warrants and high risk incidents," Partin said. The shooting happened Friday night outside a Sinton home off of County Road 984. Walker was driving his 2014 Ford pickup. SINTON KRIS 6 News has obtained arrest affidavits related to last week's shooting that killed 16-year-old Gavin McFarland and injured his dad, John McFarland. The Freightliner driver was uninjured in the crash. "That really … gave me a sense of relief to know (both suspects) had been caught.', More: Candlelight walk honors murdered Sinton teen Gavin McFarland. Gavin waslaid to rest later that day at the Sinton Cemetery. David Chapa Jr. remains jailed on murder charges in connection with the shooting death of Robert Leija last week. Merhige also shot his 79-year-old aunt to death. Adan Rodriguez and Johnathan Haines Hospitalized after Palo Pinto read more, Man Killed in Mansfield Pedestrian Accident on FM 917 Gavin, a standout track and football athlete at Sinton High School, was killed June 23 in St. Paul. Sheriff Rivera posted on social media, "Our sincere condolences to the Leija family on their loss.". Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Friends mourn Sinton man found dead Saturday. Paul Gonzales. The San Patricio County Sheriff's Department and Sheriff Oscar Rivera both . 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Roger William Moore is accused of shooting a woman twice in the 200 block of Tooter Newlin Drive in Sinton around 6:30 p.m. Thursday. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. More Videos. Texas Vista Medical Center closing doors after 40 years in S.A. 'Insanity': Buc-ee's fans heated over $13 XXL brisket sandwich, S.A. food spots near Lackland AFB every airmen has to try. San Patricio County investigators were back at the scene of a murder in Sinton to execute another search warrant. Support more coverage like this at Caller.com/subscribe, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. 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SINTON, Texas Two South Texas residents were killed in a crash between Mathis and Sinton Thursday morning, San Patricio County Sheriff Oscar Rivera said. Rivera statedon the post, the victim, identified as 26-year-old Robert Leija, went to the suspect's house with the intentions on seeing his daughter. They had given him a deadline," she said. Support more coverage like this at Caller.com/subscribe. vehicle crash one mile south of Sinton in San Patricio County. Example video title will go here for this video. The pickup they were riding in has been impounded by authorities, Rivera said. They used a lot of old-fashioned police work. for a family member may be brought by spouses, children, or parents. Let us know if you'd like to remain anonymous. and last updated 2020-01-13 20:28:52-05. According to San Patricio Sheriff Oscar Rivera, the victim, identified as 26-year-old Robert Leija, showed up at the suspect's home wanting to see his daughter. The search warrant was issued by the Cedar Park Police Department, officials have said. Want more coverage on issues that matter to you? If you do not have a photo/video to submit, just click "OK" to skip that prompt. Visitors give TX state park final farewell after land sold, 90-year-old woman among 100 rescued from S.A. apartment fire, How a viral chicken fried steak briefly closed down Mr. Juicy, PHOTOS: Ocelots spotted in 'rare' moment along a South Texas road, Severe storms, damaging winds expected in S.A. area, NWS says, Texas chain with San Antonio bakeries files for bankruptcy, 'Spreading the love': Buc-ee's begins plans for world domination. Rivera said Chumacero is believed to be the gunman. When the funeral started, I wanted to ask(Rivera) if he (gunman) had turned himself in. Later that day at the scene show one truck on its side twice in the 200 investigators... 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