Kemah, Texas, October 23, 2025
News Summary
James Nathan Malo, 40, has been arrested on murder charges following a tragic shooting incident involving family members in Kemah. The shooting, which occurred during a family gathering, left one brother dead and another injured. Authorities took Malo into custody over a week later after gathering additional evidence. The investigation continues as police work to piece together the events leading to this unfortunate incident.
Kemah, Texas — Arrest Made in Fatal Family Shooting
James Nathan Malo, 40, was arrested on murder charges related to a family shooting in Kemah, Texas. The arrest follows a shooting that left one family member dead and another seriously injured. Authorities say the suspect was located and taken into custody more than a week after the incident.
What happened and who was arrested
Malo was taken into custody without incident around 7:45 a.m. on October 23, 2025, at his residence in the 8300 block of Perrin Beitel Road, San Antonio. Local police executed the arrest after law enforcement agencies in Kemah and San Antonio worked together to locate him.
Shooting details and victims
The shooting incident occurred on October 12, 2025, in the 400 block of Bay Avenue, Kemah. Officers who responded to reports of gunfire found two brothers with gunshot wounds. Police received reports of gunfire and found two brothers with gunshot wounds upon arrival. One brother, Richard Samora, 30, was shot in the face and died two days later; the other brother was shot in the shoulder and underwent surgery.
Circumstances leading to the shooting
Initial information indicates the brothers had been involved in a dispute during a family gathering. The brothers had been involved in a family gathering dispute before the shooting; they were asked to leave but later returned and attempted to kick in the door, leading to the shooting. Authorities emphasize that all people involved were relatives and that there is no broader threat to the public.
All individuals involved were family members, and authorities stated the incident was isolated with no ongoing threat to the community. Investigators recovered a weapon at the scene. A semiautomatic pistol was recovered at the scene of the shooting.
Investigation and evidence
Police initially detained Malo for questioning on the night of the shooting but released him because evidence at that time was inconclusive. Malo was initially detained for questioning on the night of the incident but was released due to inconclusive evidence. Subsequent investigative work, including witness statements and review of video footage, produced additional evidence that led to authorities seeking a murder warrant. Further investigation, including witness statements and video footage, led to the issuance of a murder warrant for Malo.
The arrest was carried out with cooperation between departments. The Kemah Police Department collaborated with the San Antonio Police Department to locate and arrest Malo. Authorities say the investigation is continuing. The investigation is still ongoing.
Legal status and next steps
Malo faces murder charges connected to the October 12 shooting. Booking, arraignment, and court scheduling will proceed through the appropriate county and state judicial processes following arrest. Prosecutors and police have not announced additional charges or released further forensic details pending the ongoing probe.
Context and public safety
Officials have reiterated that the incident stemmed from a private family dispute and that there is no indication of a broader public safety risk. The recovery of a semiautomatic pistol and the involvement of multiple family members are focal points of the continuing investigation as authorities work to compile the full sequence of events and evidence.
| Key Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Suspect | James Nathan Malo, 40 |
| Arrest location and time | 8300 block of Perrin Beitel Road, San Antonio; around 7:45 a.m. on October 23, 2025 |
| Shooting location | 400 block of Bay Avenue, Kemah; October 12, 2025 |
| Victims | Two brothers; one fatality (Richard Samora, 30), one wounded (shoulder), underwent surgery |
| Weapon recovered | Semiautomatic pistol |
| Investigation | Ongoing; included witness statements and video footage leading to murder warrant |
| Agency collaboration | Kemah Police Department and San Antonio Police Department |
Timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status/Source |
|---|---|---|
| October 12, 2025 | The shooting incident occurred in the 400 block of Bay Avenue, Kemah. | Incident report |
| Night of October 12, 2025 | Malo was initially detained for questioning on the night of the incident but was released due to inconclusive evidence. | Initial investigation |
| October 14, 2025 (two days later) | Richard Samora, 30, who was shot in the face, died two days later. | Medical report |
| After initial release | Further investigation, including witness statements and video footage, led to the issuance of a murder warrant for Malo. | Ongoing investigation |
| October 23, 2025, around 7:45 a.m. | Malo was taken into custody without incident at his residence in the 8300 block of Perrin Beitel Road, San Antonio. | Arrest report |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was arrested?
James Nathan Malo, 40, was arrested on murder charges related to a family shooting in Kemah, Texas.
When and where was the arrest made?
Malo was taken into custody without incident around 7:45 a.m. on October 23, 2025, at his residence in the 8300 block of Perrin Beitel Road, San Antonio.
When and where did the shooting occur?
The shooting incident occurred on October 12, 2025, in the 400 block of Bay Avenue, Kemah.
What did police find at the scene?
Police received reports of gunfire and found two brothers with gunshot wounds upon arrival.
What were the injuries?
One brother, Richard Samora, 30, was shot in the face and died two days later; the other brother was shot in the shoulder and underwent surgery.
What led to the shooting?
The brothers had been involved in a family gathering dispute before the shooting; they were asked to leave but later returned and attempted to kick in the door, leading to the shooting.
Were the people involved related?
All individuals involved were family members, and authorities stated the incident was isolated with no ongoing threat to the community.
Was a weapon recovered?
A semiautomatic pistol was recovered at the scene of the shooting.
Was Malo questioned earlier?
Malo was initially detained for questioning on the night of the incident but was released due to inconclusive evidence.
What evidence led to the arrest?
Further investigation, including witness statements and video footage, led to the issuance of a murder warrant for Malo.
Which agencies worked on the case?
The Kemah Police Department collaborated with the San Antonio Police Department to locate and arrest Malo.
Is the investigation complete?
The investigation is still ongoing.
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