Fort Worth Police Investigate Suspected Murder-For-Hire
FORT WORTH, Texas – Authorities are actively investigating a suspected murder-for-hire incident that occurred early Saturday morning, leading to the arrest of two individuals.
Incident Overview
At approximately 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, police responded to reports of gunfire in the 2600 block of Covert Avenue, located in the South Hills neighborhood. Upon arrival, officers discovered 30-year-old Martin Diaz with multiple gunshot wounds. Tragically, Diaz was pronounced dead at the scene.
Alleged Shooter
An investigation led to the arrest of Luis Gomez de la Cruz, who is believed to have shot Diaz as part of a murder-for-hire scheme allegedly instigated by an acquaintance. According to court documents, Gomez de la Cruz was offered between $10,000 and $15,000 to commit the act. He has been charged with capital murder while remuneration and is currently detained at the Tarrant County Jail on a bond set at $500,000.
Second Arrest Made
In a related development, authorities arrested David Villanueva-Carbajal, 45, on the same charges of capital murder while remuneration. His arrest occurred on Tuesday afternoon, further complicating the case surrounding the tragic events into the early hours of Saturday.
Details Still Unfolding
As the investigation continues, many aspects of the murder-for-hire plot remain undisclosed. Law enforcement officials have not revealed extensive details regarding the motivations or circumstances surrounding this heinous act.
Source: Information obtained from the Fort Worth Police Department and Tarrant County court records.
Conclusion
The investigation into Martin Diaz’s death highlights ongoing challenges related to violent crime and premeditated acts within communities. Both suspects remain in custody as authorities work to uncover the full narrative surrounding this incident.
