Gabino DeLaCerda, 53, of San Antonio, Texas, was killed on December 21, 2024. Authorities have classified his death as a homicide after an apparent act of violence; investigators say he was involved in a physical altercation shortly before he died and witnesses reported seeing a suspect fleeing the scene.

Police say they are interviewing multiple persons of interest and have made arrests, though identities and charges have not been released. Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and conducting forensic work while they explore possible motives, including personal conflict, robbery or retaliation. Initial reports mention a dispute with a known local figure, but the nature of that relationship has not been clarified.

Anyone with information about DeLaCerda, the altercation, or the person seen fleeing is asked to contact the San Antonio Police Department.