Texas is in a state of shock after the brutal murder of Nelson Becketta 90-year-old Navy veteran. The tragic incident occurred on Saturday, August 31, when the victim was attacked in his own retirement community, Lone Star Living, en Houston. This act of violence generated outrage not only among local residents, but also in the governor Greg Abbottwho offered a $10,000 reward for any information leading to the capture of the perpetrator.
Nelson Beckett, who was residing at Lone Star Living, a retirement community in Houston, Texas, He was intercepted around 12:45 (local time) by a young man in the parking lot of the complex. Surveillance cameras captured the suspect approaching the senior and then engaging in a conversation that quickly turned violent. According to local outlet ABC13, The attacker shot him and threw him out of his own vehicle before fleeing in it..
While escaping, the suspect ran over the Navy veteran, who He was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.The stolen car was found shortly afterward, abandoned in a nearby residential complex. Despite efforts by Houston police to track down the killer, So far, the suspect remains at large..
The local police continue to investigate the case in their search for the murderer, who is still at large.Foto Facebook Houston Police Department
Abbott, visibly shaken by the crime, announced a $10,000 reward for anyone who can provide information leading to the identification and arrest of the killer. “Cecilia and I are deeply saddened by the murder of Nelson Beckett”he expressed in a official statement. “Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. I call on all Texans to help us capture this criminal and bring him to justice”he added.
Through an official statement, the governor of Texas asks for the whereabouts of the murderer and offers a reward of US$10,000Greg Abbott Facebook Photo
Abbott’s offer is in addition to the $5,000 reward offered by Crime Stoppers of Houston, bringing the total to $15,000.The governor’s office has stressed the importance of anyone with relevant information contacting authorities, guaranteeing anonymity through the Crime Stoppers hotline or by submitting a tip online.
Tim Beckett, the veteran’s son, described his father as A man full of faith, whose life was always an example for those who knew him.“He was always an outgoing person until his last day,” she shared in an interview with ABC13. “We will miss him deeply.”
Greg Abbott’s reward is added to the one offered by Crime Stoppers of HoustonGreg Abbott Facebook Photo
Beckett’s murder is not an isolated incident in the Westbrae Parkway area, where Lone Star Living is located. According to recent statistics reported by the local media, in the first six months of this year alone, at least 1,000 people have been killed. 61 reports of crimes in the areaan alarming figure compared to the 81 complaints that were filed throughout last year. Approximately 20% of these insecurity incidents were against people and 40% involved violations of property..
Governor Abbott has reiterated his commitment on social media to do everything possible to hold the perpetrator accountable. Authorities continue with the investigation and are reviewing security camera footage, but are asking for the public’s help in obtaining additional clues that may lead to the capture of the killer.
For anyone with relevant information, they are urged to contact Texas Crime Stoppers al 1-800-252-TIPS (8477) whatever they present one online notice through the Texas Department of Public SafetyAll tips are completely anonymous and anyone who provides information leading to an arrest could receive up to $15,000 in rewards.
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