Dwad Kitchens, 34, of Victoria, Texas, died on September 21, 2018. His death became part of a larger criminal investigation that named Jesus Martinez as a suspect in the killings of Kitchens and Michelle Johnson. Martinez was arrested and charged with capital murder in connection with both deaths.

A trial followed and resulted in a guilty verdict; Martinez was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The case drew significant local attention because of the severity of the charges and the impact on the victims’ families and the community.

If anyone knew Dwad Kitchens or has information about his last days, please come forward to share what you remember.