In a recent announcement, Governor Greg Abbott declared a state-issued reward of up to $10,000 is now available for information that leads to the arrest of the individual or individuals responsible for the murder of a 90-year-old Navy veteran in Houston; Nelson Beckett was tragically killed this past weekend, as confirmed in a statement on the Governor's official website.
Extending his condolences to the bereaved, Governor Abbott and his wife Cecilia expressed their sorrow upon hearing the news of Beckett's passing, declaring their commitment to support local authorities in the pursuit of justice and the governor urged anyone with relevant information to step forward, while stating, "Texas will always support the brave men and women who answered the call to serve in our nation's military, and with the public’s help we will capture the murderer and put them behind bars."
The monetary incentive for information is a joint effort, with Crime Stoppers of Houston adding $5,000 to the Governor's $10,000, totaling a $15,000 reward for tips that facilitate an arrest. Community members are encouraged to participate by confidentially contacting law enforcement regarding any potential leads they might have about the crime.
Those with information can call the Texas Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-252-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online through the Texas Department of Public Safety, Governor Abbott's statement emphasizes all tips will remain anonymous ensuring tipsters are only identified by a number provided to them; not by their names, callers can be certain that their identity will be shielded by law and could be eligible for the cash reward if their information leads to an arrest.
