Daniel Ray Lerma Jr., 32, was found dead in a ditch in northeast Harris County, Houston, on March 11, 2021. His body was discovered around noon in the 9600 block of Cline Road, an area bordering more than 180 acres of heavily forested land. A homeowner saw the body and called deputies; Lerma had sustained a gunshot wound and his death was ruled a homicide.

Family members, including his mother Josephine, have been outspoken in seeking justice, describing him as a good, kind-hearted son, brother and father. The family calls him Baby D. Crime Stoppers of Houston is offering up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to identification, charging and/or arrest of the suspect or suspects. No arrests have been announced and the motive remains unclear.

Who knew Daniel, spent time in that area, or has information that could help investigators identify the person or people responsible?