News Summary
In a shocking incident, two 17-year-olds have been arrested for the capital murder of 14-year-old Adam Gutierrez in East Oak Cliff, Dallas. The tragedy unfolded on March 13, 2025, when Gutierrez was fatally shot during a transaction involving a THC vape pen. Authorities believe the motive may relate to a dispute over a gun. The arrests have sent ripples of disbelief through the community, emphasizing the troubling issue of youth violence.
Dallas – Authorities have arrested two 17-year-olds in connection with the capital murder of a 14-year-old boy, Adam Gutierrez, whose death has shocked the East Oak Cliff community. Juan Saucedo was taken into custody on April 26, 2025, and is being charged with capital murder of a person younger than 15 years old. His bond has been set at $500,000. Another teenager, Andrew Gallegos, was arrested earlier on March 31, 2025, on similar charges, with a bond of $1 million.
The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of March 13, 2025, around 1:30 a.m. Police responded to a call for service in the 1500 block of Exeter Avenue, where they found Gutierrez with fatal gunshot wounds in an alley behind a residence. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
On the night of the murder, Gutierrez was at the house to sell a THC vape pen for $25, accompanied by three females. After entering the house to get change, Gutierrez received a text instructing him to come to the door. Shortly thereafter, gunfire erupted, prompting the females to flee the scene. Gutierrez’s body was later discovered in the alley, with some of his belongings—jewelry and clothing—missing.
Further investigation revealed that the motive for the murder may have stemmed from a dispute over a gun. Gallegos stated that Gutierrez had allegedly taken a gun from Saucedo, which may have led to the fatal confrontation. Additionally, Saucedo had reportedly enlisted Gallegos’s help in a robbery scheme, offering him $200 for assistance. It was unearthed that Saucedo had contemplated a plan to stab Gutierrez at school prior to the shooting.
Witnesses reported that earlier on the day of the murder, Saucedo was seen attempting to conceal a tactical shotgun. The incident took a violent turn when Saucedo allegedly shot Gutierrez in the abdomen before dragging his body into the alley and stealing items from him. Both suspects, Saucedo and Gallegos, along with Gutierrez, were students at Molina High School in Dallas.
Documents reveal a history of friendship among the boys before the tragic event. This adds a layer of complexity to the case as it indicates deep-rooted ties that have now resulted in devastating consequences. Authorities continue to investigate the details leading to the arrests, examining all circumstances surrounding this disturbing incident.
The community’s reaction has been one of disbelief and sorrow as they process the death of a young life and the actions of those involved. Given that Gutierrez was only 14 years old, the charges of capital murder against both Saucedo and Gallegos reflect the ordeal’s grave nature and the serious legal implications they now face as their case progresses through the legal system.
As the investigation unfolds, police are looking into additional details that may provide further insight into the motivations behind this tragic event. The growing concern within the East Oak Cliff community emphasizes the need for discussions surrounding youth violence and the impact of criminal behavior on young lives.
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