In a sobering update from the Harris County Sheriff's Office, Jose Plata, 18, is now behind bars, charged with the heinous capital murders of two teenagers, Edgar Campos-Bonilla, 16, and David Caballero, 18. The double homicide, which has shaken the community, was disclosed in a post from Sheriff Ed Gonzalez on X, who commended the swift action of the local law enforcement. "Excellent work once again by our @HCSOTexas patrol deputies, CSI, and homicide investigators," the sheriff wrote. According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, Plata has been taken to the Harris County Jail following his arrest.
Arrest update: Jose Plata (6-22-05) has been arrested and charged with Capital Murder, in connection with the shooting deaths of Edgar Campos-Bonilla (16) and Davis Caballero (18). Plata has been booked in the Harris County Jail. #HouNews https://t.co/eZYfm2OlKg
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) February 6, 2024
The arrest came as a result of coordinated efforts that have the homicide clearance rate standing, year to date, at about 100%. The high-profile case, breaking only a day ago, demonstrates the effectiveness of teamwork within the ranks of the sheriff's office. Charged with capital murder, Plata's arrest throws a somber light on the unyielding presence of gun violence in our communities, targeting the young vigilantly.
The sheriff’s post did not elaborate on the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the motive behind it. The Sheriff's Office has not released additional details about the case as it remains under investigation.
