A family dispute in Horizon City escalated into a criminal case on Nov. 21, when a man allegedly threatened a relative with a knife in the 600 block of Desert Sage, according to police. Officers say they found the suspect near the scene and took him into custody without incident.
Horizon City officers had been called out on a domestic disturbance and learned that a household member had been threatened with a knife, according to KFOX14. The suspect, identified in police materials only by the last name Magana, was booked into the El Paso County Detention Facility on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. His bond was set at $15,000.
Police Response And Calls For Calm
In the wake of the arrest, the Horizon City Police Department is using the incident as a reminder that families in conflict have options besides letting things boil over. The department urges anyone in immediate danger to call 911 and encourages residents to reach out for help before arguments turn violent.
The agency’s contact page lists a nonemergency number and points residents toward local support services for those dealing with domestic disputes and other crises, according to the Horizon City Police Department.
What An Aggravated Assault Charge Means
Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon is treated as a felony under Texas law, which means a conviction can bring significant prison time depending on the circumstances of the case. The state’s Penal Code explains that using or exhibiting a deadly weapon during an assault elevates the offense under Section 22.02, see the Texas Penal Code §22.02 for details.
Where Residents Can Turn For Help
Authorities emphasize that anyone facing an immediate threat should call 911. For those looking for support and safety planning, local resources include the Center Against Sexual & Family Violence’s 24-hour crisis hotline at (915) 593-7300 and the City of El Paso’s El Paso Helps portal at 915-400-7401.
The City of El Paso maintains a list of hotlines, shelters and other services for residents seeking assistance with domestic and family violence situations, according to the City of El Paso.
