Martinez and Ramos were arrested on Thursday in connection with the death of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, whose body was found in a Houston creek earlier this week. The men, aged 21 and 26, are facing a charge of capital murder, and the medical examiner determined that Jocelyn’s cause of death was strangulation. It is unclear if the suspects have attorneys to represent them at this time, and their names were not listed in jail or court records as of Thursday afternoon. Jocelyn’s body was discovered in shallow water in the creek early Monday morning, after she had reportedly sneaked out of her nearby home the night before.
Surveillance footage showed Martinez and Ramos meeting up with Jocelyn before walking to a convenience store together. The three then walked to a bridge, where Jocelyn was killed, according to police. It is not yet known if Jocelyn was acquainted with the suspects, who were roommates. Police mentioned that the results of a sexual assault exam on the victim are still pending. The authorities had initially released photos from the surveillance footage of the two men on Tuesday, identifying them as persons of interest at that time.
The case has raised concerns and shock in the community, as the tragic death of a young girl has left many residents distraught. Jocelyn’s family and friends are mourning her loss and seeking justice for her senseless death. The details of the investigation are still unfolding, and authorities are working diligently to gather more information and evidence to build a strong case against Martinez and Ramos. The motive behind the killing and the relationship between Jocelyn and the suspects remain unclear, as the community awaits further updates from law enforcement.
Local residents have expressed shock and disbelief at the tragic nature of Jocelyn’s death, with many calling for justice and stricter measures to ensure the safety of children in the community. The arrest of Martinez and Ramos has brought some relief to the community, but questions still linger about the events leading up to Jocelyn’s death. The police investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward and assist in bringing justice for Jocelyn. The impact of this senseless tragedy will be felt for a long time in the community, as residents come to terms with the loss of a young life.
