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San Antonio Suspects Accused of Tampering With Evidence Linked to the Fatal Shooting of 4-Year-Old Girl

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Published on October 13, 2024
San Antonio Suspects Accused of Tampering With Evidence Linked to the Fatal Shooting of 4-Year-Old GirlSource: Google Street View

Two individuals, believed to be part of an auto theft ring, are facing serious allegations related to the shooting of a 4-year-old child. Recent arrests are providing new details about both the criminal operation and the incident that resulted in the death of young Maryann Lynn Marble and injured four members of her family. Bryan Xavier Salazar, 19, and Isaiah Peralez, 20, were taken into custody last Thursday, as reported by FOX San Antonio.

Detectives are gathering evidence suggesting that one of the stolen cars, an Infiniti Q50, was used in the shooting. Searches of the suspects' phones revealed Salazar's search history, which included inquiries about a specific car key fob and a firearm identified as "Mini-Draco." These details, reported by News 4 San Antonio, establish a timeline related to the events at Windsor Hollow.

The decision to bring Salazar into custody was compounded by the discovery of several illegal items in his possession. When apprehended, Salazar was found to be in a vehicle containing 1.7 grams of marijuana and an IOTV ballistic armor system, which may have been used in the previously mentioned shooting. More concerning was the discovery of communications between Salazar and his mother, in which she advised him to carefully cover his digital tracks by disposing of his cell phone and erasing his online presence. For these actions, Salazar is facing charges for possession of marijuana and tampering with evidence, as outlined by FOX San Antonio.

Currently, neither Salazar nor Peralez have been formally charged with the capital murder of Maryann Lynn Marble or the shooting of the other four victims. However, the growing evidence may soon lead to changes in the charges they face. Court records suggest that their involvement in these serious offenses could result in appropriate charges being brought against them.