Two young men who were arrested in Houston after the murder of Yaddua Barraza-Hernandez, a 24-year-old taco vendor, now face charges of murder with the possibility of the death penalty and aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon.

And that is because the Harris County authorities They confirmed that Angel Adonis Saldivar-James, 24, and Oscar Armando Roland Menjevar, 20, were charged with murder, which carries a potential death penalty, and armed robbery. The crime was committed on December 4. According to court documents, the suspects had previously attempted to rob the shopkeeper and returned to the location days later, as Barraza was closing his business, to shoot him and steal his tip jar. The victim was found by family members who went to his home worried after not hearing from him. They were held without bail. Witnesses reported that Saldivar-James boasted that he could not be linked to the crime and warned that he would confront the police if arrested. Both remain in custody without bail and with immigration holds. Saldivar-James appeared in county court on Tuesday, January 20, while Menjevar will appear on January 21. The probable cause hearing was held on January 18, where prosecutors presented initial evidence of the murder, classified as intentional and premeditated during an attempted robbery. Houston Police continue to investigate the case as Barraza's family prepares to say goodbye. Known for his cheerful nature and devotion to his wife and children, Barraza was also known for his food truck, where he shared his passion for cooking with customers and neighbors. A GoFundMe created by his brother seeks to support the family with funeral expenses and help his wife and children cope with their loss.