Juan Manuel Zamora, 37, was shot and killed on December 28, 2021, in a Walmart gas station parking lot in east Harris County, Houston. He and a friend who breeds dogs were attempting to recover a stolen French bulldog when a meetup with alleged suspects escalated and Zamora was fatally shot. Authorities released a photo of a suspect vehicle described as a matte black Chrysler 300.

Born December 9, 1984, in Baytown, Texas, Zamora worked as a graphic designer and was associated with Flawless Kennels. He enjoyed creating videos and photography and loved dogs. He is survived by his daughter Jenise Zamora, sons Ayden James and Kasen Zamora, parents Earline and Luis Deleon, brother Juan Roberto Zamora, and several siblings and other relatives.

His mother has spoken publicly about concerns that the presence of firearms on both sides could complicate charging. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office investigation is ongoing. If anyone witnessed the shooting or saw the matte black Chrysler 300 in the area that day, please come forward with information.