Crime
Joselyn Espinoza murderer Francisco Ochoa is out on $50,000 bond
Houston police have charged 19-year-old Francisco Javier Ochoa with manslaughter in connection with the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Joselyn Espinoza.
Arely De Luna, the mother of Joselyn Espinoza, expressed her frustration and outrage over the fact that Ochoa, the individual accused of her daughter’s murder, is out on a $50,000 bond, while her family is still struggling to cover funeral expenses. “How is it possible that this murderer is out on bond until his next court date on December 3rd?” she asked.
De Luna urged the prosecutor at the 209th District Court to either upgrade the charges immediately or bring Ochoa back to court before the December hearing. “My daughter deserves justice. My granddaughter is devastated, knowing that her mother is never coming back.”
She called the decision to release Ochoa on bond “an insult and a slap in the face,” expressing fear for her and her family’s safety now that Ochoa is free. De Luna emphasized that it feels as though the prosecutor is more concerned about Ochoa and his family than the victims. “I will not sit by and do nothing,” she declared.
De Luna also noted that, before Ochoa was taken into custody, there had been suspicious activity around her home, with cars driving by slowly and parking outside for extended periods. These vehicles had no tags and would speed away after a while. “I felt a little more at peace when he was in custody, but not anymore.”
She concluded by vowing to take action after her daughter’s burial, saying, “I will make as many phone calls, visit as many places, and do whatever it takes to put you back in jail.
The incident occurred in the early morning hours of September 15th when Espinoza was found suffering from a gunshot wound at St. Joseph Medical Center. Despite being transported to Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, she tragically succumbed to her injuries.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.