Fort Worth, Texas – A suspect has been arrested in connection with a tragic double homicide that claimed the lives of a father and his son in north Fort Worth last week. Antonio Dowlen, aged 42, has been taken into custody and is currently being held on an $850,000 bond at Tarrant County Jail.
Jaime Francisco Reyna, aged 24, and Jaime Ignacio Reyna, aged 46, were discovered with multiple gunshot wounds in the early hours of June 4th at a residence on North Elm Street. The father was pronounced dead at the scene, while the son succumbed to his injuries after being rushed to John Peter Smith Hospital.
Police investigation revealed that the victims were engaged in a violent altercation with the suspect inside the home, resulting in the fatal shooting. Dowlen is facing a capital murder charge involving multiple victims, alongside additional charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, possession, and distribution of controlled substances, as well as evading arrest.
The tragic incident has left the community reeling as they come to terms with the loss of two lives in such a brutal manner. Family and friends of the victims are devastated by the senseless violence that has shaken their neighborhood.
Authorities are working diligently to gather more information about the events leading up to the double homicide, as they strive to bring justice to the Reyna family. The arrest of Antonio Dowlen marks a significant step towards holding the perpetrator accountable for the heinous crime.
As the investigation continues, residents of Fort Worth come together in support of the grieving family and in solidarity against violence in their community. The impact of this tragedy serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safety and security in every neighborhood.