News Summary
Damen Carrillo, 26, has been charged with the murder of his ex-girlfriend Ghabriella Barrera, 24, following a shooting incident on February 15. Multiple factors, including a history of domestic violence and threatening communications preceding the shooting, led to this tragic development. Authorities reported that Carrillo allegedly violated a court order and followed Barrera before the incident. The case highlights the severe risks associated with domestic violence. Carrillo’s bond is set at $300,000 as the investigation continues.
San Antonio – Damen Carrillo, a 26-year-old man, has been charged with murder in connection to the shooting death of his ex-girlfriend, Ghabriella Barrera, aged 24. The tragic incident took place on February 15, when Barrera was discovered with gunshot wounds inside her vehicle, which was found crashed in the 900 block of General Hudnell near Kirk Place.
San Antonio police assessed the scene and reported multiple bullet holes visible on the driver’s side of Barrera’s car. Investigative efforts revealed that just the night before the shooting, Carrillo had made threatening remarks to Barrera, allegedly vowing to kill her unless she withdrew family violence charges she had previously filed against him.
This latest incident comes in the wake of a domestic violence history between the two individuals. Carrillo was previously arrested for assaulting Barrera on November 15, 2024. Following this arrest, he was released from jail with a court order mandating no contact with Barrera. However, evidence suggests that Carrillo may have violated this order, as investigators found that he sent Barrera threatening text messages on the day of the shooting.
As officers delved deeper into the case, they were able to trace Carrillo’s movements surrounding the time of the shooting. Investigators reported that Carrillo’s truck was used to follow Barrera from her workplace, indicating a premeditated act. In addition to this, shell casings recovered from the murder scene matched those found inside Carrillo’s vehicle.
Surveillance footage also played an instrumental role in the investigation, capturing Carrillo’s truck near Barrera’s place of employment on the day she was killed. This evidence, alongside Carrillo’s threatening behavior, reinforced the accusations against him. As a result, he is now facing charges of murder, with a bond set at $300,000.
The harrowing case underscores the alarming issue of domestic violence and the risks associated with it. Statistics indicate that many domestic violence situations escalate, leading to severe consequences, including homicide. Public awareness and resources aimed at helping victims have become more critical than ever in addressing this pervasive issue.
Law enforcement and support organizations urge individuals in similar situations to seek help, emphasizing that there is support available. Resources such as hotlines and shelters remain crucial to ensuring the safety and well-being of those affected by domestic violence.
The San Antonio community is left in shock following the tragic loss of Ghabriella Barrera. As the case against Damen Carrillo proceeds, many are reflecting on the urgent need for dialogue and action regarding domestic violence, aiming to prevent further tragedies in the future.
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