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Joe Rodriguez, a 36-year-old Hispanic man, was found dead in his Houston home on July 13, 2014, from multiple gunshot wounds. The scene showed signs of a struggle, which investigators interpreted as Rodriguez possibly having tried to defend himself. That finding led to a homicide investigation and a manhunt focusing on people who had recent interactions with him.

Weeks after the killing a 28-year-old man with a reported history of violent behavior and a contentious relationship with Rodriguez was arrested and charged. Prosecutors presented DNA evidence, ballistics reports and witness testimony at a trial that began in early 2015; the jury returned a guilty verdict for first-degree murder and the defendant received life without parole. The family also pursued civil claims that were later settled for a substantial sum.

If anyone knew Joe, his routines, or had information about the events around July 13, 2014, please share what you remember.