Houston, Texas – A man charged with murder in Houston is in custody after allegedly shooting and killing a father of three while under the influence of Xanax. Ricardo Domingo Reyna, 22, was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail on Tuesday night for the fatal shooting of 34-year-old Jaime Torres at a party in the Northshore neighborhood of northeast Houston.
The tragic incident occurred last Friday, March 29, when Reyna, who witnesses say was heavily under the influence of Xanax and alcohol, got into an argument with Torres after being asked to leave a party. Despite attempts by several partygoers to calm him down as he waited for his ride, Reyna reportedly pulled out a gun and fatally shot Torres multiple times at close range in the torso, arm, leg, and hand.
Torres was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he tragically succumbed to his injuries. Witnesses confirmed that Torres did not physically engage with Reyna during the altercation, nor was he armed. Reyna fled the scene after the shooting, but was apprehended by authorities on Tuesday following the release of his photo by the Houston Police Department on Monday.
Houston police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, as Reyna faces charges of murder in connection to the fatal shooting. The community is left mourning the loss of a father of three, as they grapple with the devastating consequences of gun violence and substance abuse.
This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of mixing drugs and alcohol, as well as the impact of senseless violence on families and communities. The Houston community is left reeling from such a senseless act, as they come together to support the loved ones of Jaime Torres during this difficult time. As the legal process unfolds, authorities are working diligently to ensure that justice is served for the victim and his grieving family.