On October 19, 2024, 20-year-old Nathaniel Isaiah Escobedo was killed by gunfire in Victoria, Texas. Nathaniel was born October 29, 2003, and is remembered for his infectious smile, love of fishing and sports, and devotion to his children. He worked as a ranch hand and had been attending barber school to become a licensed barber in Texas.

The Victoria County Sheriff’s Office opened an investigation into the shooting, and a 19-year-old man from Bloomington was later charged with murder in connection to Nathaniel’s death. Nathaniel is survived by his parents Eliazar and Krystal Escobedo; his daughter Alaia Larae Escobedo; his son Eliazar Eligio Escobedo; an unborn child; siblings Christopher Logan Escobedo, Javanni James Escobedo and Razaile Escobedo; and extended family and friends.

Did anyone in Victoria or Bloomington see Nathaniel in the days before October 19 who can add details about his last movements?