On September 29, 2022, Monica Delgado, 38, of McGregor, Texas, was killed in a shooting that also claimed the lives of four others. Monica, who was Hispanic, was a stay-at-home mother described by family as devoted to her five children. Two of her children, Miguel Avila and Natallie Avila, were among the victims. Neighbors Lorena Aviles and Natalie Aviles were also killed.

The suspect was identified as Monica’s partner, Nicolas Hernandez-Jaimes. He was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and additional charges were pending. Officers shot Hernandez-Jaimes at the scene; the Texas Rangers were called to lead the investigation into the officer-involved shooting and the victims deaths. Monica’s three younger children were present during the shooting but were not physically harmed. The family has organized a GoFundMe to help with funeral costs and support the children.

What information can anyone who knew Monica or the Aviles family share about the days leading up to the shooting?