Jose Bonilla, a 32-year-old Hispanic man, was found dead at his Houston residence on September 8, 2014, the victim of multiple gunshot wounds. Authorities treated the case as a homicide and the Houston Police Department opened an extensive investigation, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses.

Investigators identified several suspects and arrested an 18-year-old named Jose Bonilla-Ortiz, who was charged in connection with the killing and held on a $250,000 bond. Police say Bonilla-Ortiz allegedly took part in a robbery attempt in which he and Bonilla struggled over a security door; prosecutors contend Bonilla-Ortiz fired through the door, striking Bonilla in the face. Surveillance footage and witness testimony were presented by the prosecution during the case.

The investigation remained active with authorities looking into whether others were involved. If anyone knew Jose Bonilla, Bonilla-Ortiz, or saw activity near that residence on September 8, 2014, please come forward with information.