Mario Garcia Sr., 59, of Victoria, Texas, was found dead in a wooded ravine behind his home on Beck Road West on June 18, 2019. He was described as a devoted father and grandfather who loved the outdoors, fishing, and teaching his children boxing.

Rose Marie Garcia, his wife of 39 years, was arrested June 20, 2019, and charged with his murder. She initially told family Mario had left on a work trip to Louisiana but later confessed. The couple’s grandchildren were in the home during the incident and were told by their grandmother that their grandfather had left for work, which caused confusion and distress for the children and family.

Family members have expressed frustration about the legal process after Rose was released on bond and allowed to leave the state without restrictions; they have launched a petition and used billboards to raise awareness and press for justice. Mario’s death has had a lasting impact on his family and the Victoria community.

Did anyone in the Victoria area know Mario or have information that could help the family’s quest for answers?