Augustin Espinosa, 44, was found shot and unresponsive on the afternoon of July 26, 2025, behind a Jack in the Box near Maple and Hondo Street in Dallas’ Love Field area. Officers who responded to a shooting call arrived about 2:35 p.m.; Dallas Fire-Rescue personnel pronounced Espinosa dead at the scene. Investigators processed evidence and canvassed for witnesses at the 4400 block of Maple Avenue.

Police identified and arrested 43-year-old Robert Simmons nearby shortly after the shooting. Simmons was booked on charges that local authorities described as including deadly conduct/discharge of a firearm, possession of a controlled substance, and violation of bond conditions. Officials said detectives were still investigating the motive, the circumstances that led to the gunfire, and any prior connection between the men.

Friends and relatives posted online notices noting Espinosa’s death and Dallas roots. Police asked anyone who saw or heard what happened that Saturday afternoon along Maple Avenue to come forward with tips. Did anyone in the Love Field area see or hear anything that could help investigators?