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Arrest Made in Murder of Austin Reporter Jamie White
AUSTIN – May 20,2024 –
Authorities have arrested Eloy Adrian Camarillo in connection with the murder of Austin reporter Jamie White,who was fatally shot on March 9. The arrest, announced by the Austin Police Department, comes after an extensive investigation into the death of the InfoWars reporter. The accused faces capital murder charges. Further details on the investigation are expected to be released soon, as law enforcement agencies seek justice in this high-profile case.
Arrest Made in Murder of Austin Reporter Jamie White
Austin, Texas – Eloy Adrian Camarillo, 17, was arrested on April 30 and charged with capital murder in connection to teh death of Jamie White, an InfoWars reporter, the Austin Police department (APD) announced on May 15.
The Incident
On Sunday, march 9, police responded to reports of a shooting at the Chandelier Apartments on Douglas Street just before midnight. Jamie White was found lying in the parking lot,
according to authorities.
White was transported to a local hospital but was pronounced dead early the next morning, March 10.
Did You Know?
Capital murder in Texas carries severe penalties,including life imprisonment without parole or the death penalty.
the Investigation
Investigators believe the person responsible for White’s death showed no regard for human life
and may have been involved in several car break-ins. During the investigation, Det. Jason Jones stated, We’re independent finders of fact. We’ll follow the leads that develop in this case … and that’s where we’ll end up.
Details Surrounding the Shooting
- White reportedly
interrupted
an individual or group of individuals breaking into his car, according to police. - Investigators found the window of White’s vehicle broken, with what appeared to be blood from a cut inside the car.
- A car used in the break-in was reported stolen a few days before White’s death and has since been recovered in South Austin.
Pro Tip: Car Security
Always park in well-lit areas and consider installing an aftermarket alarm system to deter potential thieves.
Kia Targeting and Previous Break-in
Police indicated that the suspects may have been targeting Kia vehicles due to a defect that makes them prone to theft. While Kia has released a fix for the defect,it remains unclear whether White’s vehicle had been repaired,especially considering that this appeared to be the second time someone targeted reporter Jamie White’s vehicle in a break-in.
Reader Question:
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