Hispanic man in Texas killed his wife and two children and then committed suicide
José David Olmos murdered his wife and two children in Texas before taking his own life; police are investigating the tragic crime.
2024-09-13T12:00:04+00:00- Man Kills His Family
- Victims Found with Gunshot Wounds
- Police Investigate Tragic Incident
A Hispanic man in Texas killed his wife and two children before taking his own life.
The incident occurred months after he had been arrested for domestic violence, according to the Amarillo police.
The bodies of José David Olmos, 42, Jessica Rose Olmos, 33, and their two children, Daniel and Jazale García, were found with multiple gunshot wounds.
Olmos, an electrician, allegedly shot his wife and children before turning the gun on himself, authorities said.
History of Violence and Legal Troubles for José David Olmos
He had been arrested in May for assaulting a family member and was released on a $5,000 bond.
He was prohibited from having contact with his wife and children and was required to attend an alcohol education course, according to court documents.
Jessica had recently returned to the home, intending to reconcile with Olmos, according to James Clements from the Amarillo Police Department’s homicide unit.
José David Olmos had prior criminal records for marijuana possession in 2001 and driving under the influence in 2008.
The weapon used belonged to his wife, and José David Olmos should not have had access to it.
Jessica’s children had no biological connection to José, Clements added.
Family and friends expressed their shock over the tragic event, as reported by the New York Post.
The couple had celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary just months before, Mail Online reported.
Clara Núñez, a family friend, mourned the loss of José David Olmos’ family on Facebook: «Oh Jessica Olmos! I’m so sorry I couldn’t help you.»
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Arianna Olmos, Jessica’s stepdaughter, did not mention her father in her tribute to the victims, New York Post noted.
The Amarillo Police Department is currently investigating the sad case of this man who murdered his entire family.