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Police release picture of family they believe were killed by suspect at centre of international manhunt

Created at 8 Jul · 2:55 PM1 source↑ Market-relevant
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Authorities are seeking Francisco Oropesa, a Mexican national with multiple prior deportations, in connection with the execution-style shooting deaths of five people in Cleveland, Texas. The FBI is analyzing hundreds of pieces of information as the manhunt continues, with a reward of $100,000 offered for information leading to his capture.

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Key Numbers

$100,000total reward for information leading to capture
four timesprior deportations for suspect
fivevictims killed
8-year-oldyoungest victim

Who's Involved

Francisco Oropesa
suspect in execution-style shooting of five neighbors
FBI Houston field office
analyzing hundreds of pieces of information in manhunt
James Smith
FBI Houston field office agent
Greg Capers
San Jacinto County Sheriff
Sonia Argentina Guzman
victim, 25
Diana Velazquez Alvarado
victim, 21
Julisa Molina Rivera
victim, 31
Jose Jonathan Casarez
victim, 18
Daniel Enrique Laso Guzman
victim, 8
Police release picture of family they believe were killed by suspect at centre of international manhunt

↳ Why This Matters

The manhunt for Francisco Oropesa highlights ongoing issues with immigration enforcement and public safety, particularly in the wake of a violent crime that has deeply affected a Texas community.

Key facts

  • Five people, including an 8-year-old boy, were killed in a shooting in Cleveland, Texas.
  • The suspect, Francisco Oropesa, allegedly shot the victims execution-style after neighbors asked him to stop firing a rifle in his yard.
  • Oropesa is a Mexican national with a history of four prior deportations.
  • The FBI is actively pursuing leads and has offered a $100,000 reward for information leading to Oropesa's capture.

Authorities are conducting an intensive manhunt for Francisco Oropesa, a 38-year-old Mexican national, who is accused of fatally shooting five neighbors in Cleveland, Texas. The incident occurred after neighbors asked Oropesa to stop firing a semi-automatic rifle in his front yard because it was disturbing their baby. Oropesa allegedly responded that he would "do what I want to in my front yard." Deputies responding to a harassment call discovered the five victims, who were shot execution-style. The victims have been identified as Sonia Argentina Guzman, 25; Diana Velazquez Alvarado, 21; Julisa Molina Rivera, 31; Jose Jonathan Casarez, 18; and Daniel Enrique Laso Guzman, 8. Three minors were found uninjured but covered in blood at the scene. Oropesa has a history of prior deportations, having been removed from the U.S. four times, most recently in July 2016. He also had a prior conviction for driving while intoxicated in 2012. The FBI's Houston field office stated they are analyzing "hundreds of pieces of information" and have "zero leads" on Oropesa's whereabouts, describing him as a threat to the community. A total reward of $100,000 has been offered for information leading to his capture, with contributions from the FBI, U.S. Marshals, the state, and Multi-County Crime Stoppers.

Frequently asked questions

Francisco Oropesa is a 38-year-old Mexican national wanted by authorities in connection with the execution-style shooting deaths of five people in Cleveland, Texas. He has a history of prior deportations.

The shooting reportedly occurred after neighbors asked Oropesa to stop firing his rifle in his front yard because it was disturbing a baby. Oropesa allegedly responded aggressively to the request.

A total reward of $100,000 is being offered for information that leads to the capture of Francisco Oropesa.

Oropesa is a Mexican national who has been deported from the U.S. four times.

What Happens Next

01The FBI and other law enforcement agencies will continue to pursue leads in the manhunt for Francisco Oropesa.
02Authorities are urging the public to provide any information that could lead to Oropesa's capture.

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How It Developed

Five people were killed in a shooting in Cleveland, Texas.
Neighbors had asked Francisco Oropesa to stop shooting his rifle in his yard.
Oropesa allegedly responded he would "do what I want to in my front yard."
The victims were identified as Sonia Argentina Guzman, 25; Diana Velazquez Alvarado, 21; Julisa Molina Rivera, 31; Jose Jonathan Casarez, 18; and Daniel Enrique Laso Guzman, 8.
Three minors were found uninjured but covered in blood.
Oropesa is a Mexican national who had been deported four times.
The FBI is analyzing hundreds of pieces of information in the manhunt.
A total reward of $100,000 is offered for information leading to Oropesa's capture.

Sources

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FBI analyzing 'hundreds of pieces of information' amid hunt ...abcnews.com
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Manhunt News Updates pg 1 of 4 | Court TVcourttv.com

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