Amid an ongoing manhunt for murder suspect Terry Bryan Rivera, authorities have taken a significant step in their investigation. Alva Cornejo, Rivera's mother, has been arrested for allegedly hindering his apprehension. According to Harris County Sheriff, Ed Gonzalez's X feed, Cornejo was booked into Harris County Jail and charged with the felony offense of Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution.
Alva Cornejo (4-15-72) is the mother of wanted suspect, Terry Bryan Rivera. Alva has been arrested and booked in the Harris County Jail, charged with the felony offense of Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution.
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) March 10, 2024
Terry remains wanted and on the run. If you know his
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Rivera, who remains at large, is the prime suspect in the shooting that claimed the young life of 12-year-old Carlos Fernandez on March 4th, in Cloverleaf. The Harris County Sheriff's Office has charged him with Capital Murder and warns that he should be considered armed, and dangerous. The announcement of the charges was made alongside a call for public assistance to track down Rivera's whereabouts. In a message echoed by the Harris County Sheriff's Office, concerned citizens are urged to come forward with any information that could lead to Rivera's capture.
The arrest of Cornejo signals a tightening net around Rivera as law enforcement continues their pursuit. Officials have not disclosed how exactly Cornejo is believed to have hindered the investigation.
Residents with knowledge of Rivera's location are encouraged to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office at 713-274-9100 or to submit a tip to Crime Stoppers of Houston anonymously by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477).
