A Muskogee man’s suspected killer is now behind bars in Texas, bringing a key arrest in a late-March shooting that left one man dead and a neighborhood rattled. Police identified the victim as 38-year-old Elio Hernandez, who was found mortally wounded outside a home near East Side Boulevard and Gibson Street on March 28. Detectives say the homicide investigation is still very much active as they sort out what led up to the gunfire.
Arrest made in Del Rio area
Muskogee police say 42-year-old Jesus Garcia was tracked down and arrested near Del Rio, Texas, in connection with the case, according to FOX23. Officers took Garcia into custody without incident, the outlet reported. The department referred questions about potential charges and extradition to investigators and stressed that the homicide remains an active, ongoing probe as authorities continue to build the case.
What police say about the shooting
According to early reports and the department’s initial account, the shooting happened around 4 a.m. on March 28 near 900 North K Street after a fight inside the home, KJRH reported. Police said the suspect left the scene and then came back, at which point Hernandez was shot and later pronounced dead outside the residence. KJRH noted that officers asked the public to share any information or video that might help move the investigation forward.
Family sets up fundraiser
Hernandez’s relatives have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover funeral expenses, according to FOX23. The fundraiser describes Hernandez as a beloved family member and asks for community support as the family plans services. Local outlets have amplified the family’s request while police continue working leads in the case.
Investigation and legal status
Muskogee police say the case remains open, with detectives continuing interviews and collecting evidence, according to KJRH. Officials have not yet released details about formal charges or court filings and are still urging anyone with relevant information to contact investigators. The department has not provided additional information on how Garcia was located in Texas.
As the community waits for more answers, authorities say they will release new details as they become available. We will continue to monitor court records and police updates for the next steps in the case.
