Alex A.J. Garcia Jr. was 28 when he was killed on August 11, 2014, at the intersection of 8th Street and Lea Street in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Born September 27, 1985, in Fresno, California, he moved to Carlsbad in 1998, attended school in Loving, and worked in the oilfield industry. He enjoyed bowling and music and was devoted to his children Arianna, Arissa, and Alejandro.

The homicide that claimed Garcia’s life also killed another man, Desean Minner. No arrests or suspects have been reported in connection with the deaths, and the case remains unresolved. Garcia is survived by his parents Wendy and Herb Hartley, his father Alex Garcia Sr., and other family members.

Does anyone have information about that night or recall seeing anything at 8th and Lea on August 11, 2014?