Nathan Cortinas was a 20-year-old Hispanic man from Goliad, Texas, who died from gunshot wounds on June 13, 2019. He lived in a trailer home in Goliad with his girlfriend, Brianna Bexley, and their young son, Zayden Andrew Cortinas. Nathan had grown up in the area, born June 17, 1999, in Cuero, attended Goliad High School, and worked for his grandfather at Angel’s Fencing.

The shooting occurred at the family’s trailer and involved relatives: Nathan was shot by his cousin, Daniel Mendoza. Brianna Bexley was also injured in the incident. Court records show Mendoza and several accomplices had stolen firearms before the shooting; Mendoza was arrested and charged with murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and child endangerment. Mendoza was convicted and received long prison terms that were later affirmed on appeal.

Nathan’s death profoundly affected his family and the Goliad community. If anyone knew Nathan, his family, or has information about the events that led to that night, please come forward with what you remember.