This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. . Gerald Williams, who is accused of shooting a 17-year-old to death after an Astros game, faces his next hearing later this week. He is now spending the next 30 years in prison after entering a guilty plea for the murder of David Castro, 17, who was leaving a Houston Astros game with his father. It was unusual for a person who is a road rage shooter to wind up in prison. Do the dead hear stories we tell about them? 2023 FOX Television Stations, ACCIDENTAL SHOOTING: Man shot in apparent accidental shooting in Houston, police investigating, CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Houston homeowner speaks out after being victim of terrifying attempted carjacking, Tom Sizemore, 'Saving Private Ryan' Actor, Dies at 61 after suffering brain aneurysm, G.O.A.T. During court, the judge mentioned a witness reported seeing Williams' arms extended out of a car window firing a gun. An ABC13 viewer said he or she ran across an online sales advertisement for a car that looked similar to the one in the video. Williams surrendered to police Monday, Houston police said on Twitter. An executive is given 6 months to live. Did he do it? Aging Out by Gerald Williams. Williams is accused of. Early Saturday morning, just after midnight, police responded to a shooting in the 2000 block of Obear Avenue in the College Hill neighborhood. Faces of heartache: Bail bond board approves 10% minimum under pressure from victims' families, Man accused of killing teen in post-Astros game road rage shooting seeks permission to work, Suspect charged in deadly road rage shooting of teen after Astros game released from jail on bond. Gerald Williams' trial was set to begin Thursday but officials confirmed his plea deal will result in a 30-year prison sentence.Subscribe to FOX 26 Houston: . "So when I first heard that such a thing was possible, I've been fantasizing about different ways to do it," Paul said after the court hearing. He was released on parole in February 2020. The Sheriffs Office called and said they had a vet in need. The attack happened after Paul Castro made a hand gesture as Williams tried to merge in his lane, according to police. They heard David's story, the horror of it, and they wanted to do something to make the city a little better," Paul said. Ron, and elderly man, is having a serious conversation with his long time sex worker Skip about aging and being an elderly gay man in a youth focused culture. David Castro was struck and later died from his injuries. Gerald Williams - 2016 Shooting guard for George Westinghouse (Brooklyn, NY) on Rivals.com (b) Felicia makes changes of her own, leaving him not as tall as he thought. SEE ALSO: 13 Investigates increase in game day crime near Astros stadium. Gerald Williams' trial was set to begin Thursday but officials confirmed his plea deal will result in a 30-year prison sentence. The time frame of the shooting was established by Williams' first transmission, which was overheard at approximately 11:50 a.m. Both Baird and Gomez said Williams was not a confrontational person. Later Friday night, two women were shot in the 5900 block of West Florissant Avenue in the Walnut Park West neighborhood. One victim told police she was sitting outside and thought she heard fireworks. Houston Police CNN The man suspected of fatally shooting a 17-year-old who was a passenger in a vehicle on the way home from. Gerald Wayne Williams was given a $350,000 bond after being arrested and charged for the incident that happened on July 6. The Man At The Window by Gerald Williams. The annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo is no fun and games if you don't have a ticket. Sure, it was hardly a perfect win, and it came against . But what I do know is a person, who has two armed robberies and is accused of killing my son, that person is out on the streets because our system isn't set up to protect us from him.". Gerald Wayne Williams was given a $350,000 bond after being arrested and charged for the incident that happened on July 6. ", Man, woman shot in grocery store parking lot in SE Houston, police say, Armed carjacking suspect leads police on dangerous chase, Do not to buy Raspberry Rally cookies from eBay, Girl Scouts say. "It pales by comparison to the tragedy this family has endured at the hands of Mr. Willams and this thoughtless tragic incident. "I have multiple witnesses, multiple people saying where I was and I couldnt be at two places at two times.". The man accused of taking the teen's life won't have to register for an ankle monitor for two days after his release, leaving the teen's family feeling unprotected. Police say they responded to reports of a shooting on the 200 block of East Main Street at around 9:24 p.m. As of 11 p.m., first responders remain on scene investigating the incident. HOUSTON, Texas (KWTX) - Police on Monday announced Gerald Wayne Williams, 34, the suspect in the July 6 road rage killing of David Castro, 17, a Houston Astros fan struck by gunfire on his. The victims drove to a firehouse for medical assistance following the shooting, and the teen died after he was rushed to the hospital. It took investigators several weeks to identify Williams as the suspect in this case. And that only happened because the City of Houston came together. As officers questioned him, they found cause to arrest him on drug-related violations, Mengel said. The shooting happened around 2:30 p.m. in the 1000 block of North Sarah Street in the Vandeventer neighborhood. A series of stories inspired by real events of children who die due to negligence. David's father Paul attended today's pre-trial hearing. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Paul Castro was on his way to watch his son play band at the Westside High School football game when he got a call from Texas VINE, a service which victims of crime can get information regarding an offender's custody status. Massive eucalyptus smashes Castro Valley home. "And so we're very thankful that all parties were able to come to agreement and make the city a little bit safer tonight by having Mr. Williams behind bars.". Investigators say the victim was shot multiple times in the stomach, though additional details on the shooting are limited. This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. . University of Alabama. Or he could just be a nut job - it's difficult to tell when there's no wifi.. According to court documents, Williams bought a Buick Lacrosse on May 30, and that the vehicle couldn't be found after the deadly shooting. Carnival Cruise Line adding 4th ship to Galveston, offering longer cruises, Here's how to get tickets, passes for Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo 2023, Full Interview with Rodeo Headliner, Parker McCollum. A young couple are discussing his family's celebrations and her skepticism that everything needs to be celebrated. Does evil really exist, or is it something humans create? Williams posted $350,000 bond on Friday and is now out of jail while he awaits trial. I want to do a lot of things. Police have arrested one suspect, a 35-year-old woman, in the investigation and she reportedly informed officers of the incident. Gerald Williams is scheduled to stand trial in December for the 2021 shooting death of 17-year-old David Castro. Williams' next court date is scheduled for Nov. 16. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. On Monday, our prayers were answered, said Paul Castro, Our family has been praying for the safe arrest of the suspect. Williams was charged with the murder of the teen, who was shot and killed in his family's vehicle on their way home from a Houston Astros game in 2021. Luis Gomez, a Marine Corps veteran in Santa Maria, got to know Williams very well and said that he was known as the Rancho dancer. He earned the name for his slick dance moves hed put on for the bowlers at Rancho Bowl, near Donovan Road and North Broadway. The man suspected of fatally shooting a 17-year-old who was a passenger in a vehicle on the way home from a Houston Astros baseball game last month has surrendered to authorities, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner said Monday. Crews rushed the victim to the hospital, but he later died from his injuries. No suspect information is available at this time. Monty Williams on Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton being aggressive with Kevin Durant. The trial for Gerald Williams was set to start in a few days, but officials confirm he took a plea deal on Tuesday that will result in a 30-year sentence. The day before signing they argue. He was allegedly driving a white four-door Buick LaCrosse CXL premium with round fog lights and 7-spoke rims that day. After his arrest, Williams went before a judge in Harris County Probable Cause Court, where he was granted the bond. Later Sunday evening, a man died after a shooting in the 4600 block of Tennessee Avenue in the Dutchtown neighborhood in south St. Louis. Ron's own shallowness results in unexpected consequences for Skip. SEE ALSO: Dad to wanted gunman: Does hand gesture 'require you to execute' my son? Before they were finally caught, the. Copyright 2021 KWTX. Paul Castro told CNN he was driving his two sons home from the baseball game when his son David was shot inside their pickup truck. Williams died July 2 in Santa Maria after he was shot, according to the SMPD. Former Yankees Outfielder Gerald Williams Dies at 55 Williams was drafted by New York and played parts of seven seasons with the Yankees during his 14-year big-league career. HOUSTON The man charged with the road rage murder of a Houston teenager was back in a courtroom Wednesday. The criminal complaint said Castro told police the driver followed him and eventually shot at his truck, hitting his son. Before the 2008 conviction, Williams was charged for robbery in three hold-ups of Family Dollar stores, documents state. According to police, after the Castro family left the Astros game, Williams opened fire into their pickup truck near McCarty Street and the East Freeway, shooting the teenage passenger. Copyright 2023 KTRK-TV. The slain teenagers father, Paul Castro, said the shooting happened after he made a non-threatening hand gesture at Williams, who had tried to merge in his lane in heavy traffic after an Astros game. Posted at 10:32 PM, Jul 08, 2022. and last updated 10:37 PM, Jul 08, 2022. Police responded to the scene around 8:30 p.m. Sunday. I need to tell him. He and other victims' families later won their fight to change the loophole in Harris County. Williams allegedly pursued Castros pickup and then fired several rounds at the truck, fatally striking David Castro. It has been called Dr. Seuss Day because of this. Gerald Williams, 35, arrested following the 2021 death of 17-year-old David Castro,.. Members of the Band of Brothers will travel to Texas this weekend for a burial service. They said the Buick began following them through the downtown area. Gun violence did not take a break for the holiday. The fact that he safely surrendered and that he did not put any more members of the community in danger is an answer to our prayers., HPD Chief @TroyFinner joins Homicide investigators in a briefing on the arrest of a wanted murder suspect. He must then remain under house arrest 24/7. The New Play Exchange (NPX) is the world's largest digital library of scripts by living writers. Castro's 17-year-old son was killed in a road rage shooting on July 6. Santa Maria shooting victim ID'd as Navy veteran Gerald Lynn Williams, Breaking News | Local Sports | Daily Headlines | Local Obituaries | Weather | Local Offers, Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlights, Santa Maria neighbors: Obituaries for March 3, Hancock baseball team beats Moorpark, moves to 4-0 in WSC North, Maybe not the greatest, but the most dominant | Ron Colone, Fired Memphis EMT says police impeded Tyre Nichols' care, Man dies in Santa Maria following Friday night shooting, Echo Vets nonprofit spokesman Steve Baird, 1 person shot, 1 stabbed in robberies near Santa Maria's Knudsen Way, Western Avenue. The Santa Maria man who died in a July 2 shooting on Main Street has been identified by police officials as Navy veteran Gerald Lynn Williams. "He had a life.". When he came to us, we picked him up, Baird said. David's father Paul attended today's pre-trial hearing. Authorities have identified Kahala Fowler, 31 and Wayne Warmack, 37, as the victims. Dec 2015 - Mar 20215 years 4 months. Felicia's husband, Nick, discovers he is a half inch taller than he thought so decides to make changes. Paul Castro sped away to try to avoid the suspect, according to court documents. Police identified the victim who died as Makahyah Griffin. A senior manager takes her young male employee out to lunch and implies a promotion if he has sex with her. According to court documents, Williams bought a Buick Lacrosse on May 30, and that the vehicle couldn't be found after the deadly shooting. 1 of 8. The suspect walked into Houston Police Headquarters on Monday to turn himself in, police said on Twitter. Echo Vets nonprofit spokesman Steve Baird confirmed that Williams was staying at Camp Flores, a stable living home for veterans located at 400 W. Church St. Baird said Williams came to Santa Maria from Washington state in 2018 seeking better living conditions. Pat Ragazzo Feb. Father donates teenage son's organs after deadly road rage shooting, 13 Investigates increase in game-day crime near Astros ballpark. Be able to avoid having to come up and relive the whole thing all over again," Paul said, adding that they didn't want their other son to potentially take the witness stand. Quanell X said Williams maintains his innocence and is shocked and surprised he's been charged. However, police said cell phone records put him where the shooting happened. Gerald Wayne Williams, 34, is charged with murdering the teen after police say he followed the family onto I-10 and shot several times into their truck. Paul Castro, the father of 17-year-old David Castro, speaks after Gerald Williams accepted a plea deal. Houston Police @houstonpolice WANTED: This is Gerald Wayne Williams, 34, now charged with murder in July 6th fatal shooting of a teen in a road rage incident. Police said the burned car was found in a field near Williams house and cell phone records placed Williams in the area of the shooting at the time it occurred. My heart clenched. One, who is jealous, suggests that he will only sign if the other kills his girlfriend. "The family of David Castro received a measure of justice from the criminal justice system," Prosecutor David Mitcham said. Williams was the Rancho dancer," Baird said. He's on the streets in our community.". Paul Castro attended the hearing for Gerald Williams as he continues his fight for justice for his son, David, who was shot and killed after an Astros game. A man was found with gunshot wounds to his knee. On Friday, authorities offered a $10,000 reward for information that led to the arrest. Man, woman shot in grocery store parking lot in SE Houston, police say, Armed carjacking suspect leads police on dangerous chase, Do not to buy Raspberry Rally cookies from eBay, Girl Scouts say. Two young men have sold their computer company for 100 million. Both are hospitalized in critical, but stable condition. "It's been 18 months and two weeks. As Castro made a U-turn at the East Freeway at Wayside, witnesses told police several gunshots were fired through the back window of Paul Castro's truck. Gerald Wayne Williams was wearing an orange, jail-issued jumpsuit during the brief appearance where his $350,000 bond, which was set the day before, was temporarily revoked as prosecutors fight. And every time we have to come up here and stare at the person accused of killing David, it's painful," Paul Castro said. It happened around 4 a.m. at Ninth Avenue and Pine Street. The victim suffered a puncture wound to the back of his head and was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim, who police identified as 36-year-old man Kelsey Williams, was rushed to the hospital before he died from his injuries. Both victims are expected to survive. Police later learned another man was shot in the foot near that area. According to court documents, while leaving the Astros game, Paul Castro, David's father, had a verbal altercation with a man driving a white Buick. All rights reserved. Michelle Choi on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram. . Mengel said first responders, including police, firefighters and paramedics went to the scene and provided immediate aid to Williams before transporting him to a local hospital, where he died. 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On Tuesday, Paul thanked the district attorney's office, police, Crime Stoppers, and the City of Houston for their help with the case. Resolution Specialist at Navy Federal Credit Union. Arrest made after video seemingly shows shooting and killing of man on a downtown St. Louis sidewalk in broad daylight By Chris Boyette and Paul P. Murphy , CNN Updated 3:32 PM EST, Wed March 1, 2023 All I can think of is he's loose. David Castro was struck and later died from the injuries, authorities said. Members of the Band of Brothers will travel to Texas this weekend for a burial service. Her concern of the annual celebrations commemorating the boy's bris is particularly cutting. Please log in, or sign up for a new account to continue reading. We will not stand by and allow people to brutally murder and harm our citizens and do nothing about it, Finner said as he thanked his officers and investigators for their work on this case. Williams, 55, died after being shot at 9:24 p.m. in the 200 block of East Main Street, in front of Louie Bs Bar, according to Santa Maria Police Lt. Russ Mengel. It is a heart wrenching series with touching moments to help us understand and see the warmth that has been lost. The hotel's security card was in the line. Gerald Bourguet . Gerald Wayne Williams has been released from jail on a $350,000 bond. In 2021, there were three homicides and 16 shootings over the Fourth of July weekend. "Every day has been a nightmare knowing my son is dead and sitting in a box," Castro said. Is dumpster diving legal in Missouri and Illinois? "He can be anywhere. Williams had been driving aggressively and swerving around vehicles when he got stuck in traffic, Detective Justin Brown said. FOX 26s Damali Keith did an exclusive interview with Gerald Williams the day he turned himself in to the police. Copyright 2023 KTRK-TV. He's [Williams] going to home with his family tonight because of a discount bond.". . For updates on this story, follow Stefania Okolie on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Gerald Wayne Williams, 34, is charged with felony murder in the July 6 shooting death of 17-year-old David Castro, according to a criminal complaint. . All Rights Reserved. Gerald Williams is scheduled to stand trial in December for the 2021 shooting death of 17-year-old David Castro. Williams, 34, was charged in August in connection with the shooting of David Castro, 17, who was driving home with his father from a Houston Astro's game on July 6. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. #hounews https://t.co/ax4s3xm9yx. Banking. 2. The clash stemmed from both vehicles bumping. Last July, the teen was shot to. Paul Castro told police he sped away to try to avoid the suspect, who fired several shots through the back window of their truck. Williams allegedly started following the Castro family, and moments later, he pulled out a gun and shot at their vehicle. During the Fourth of July weekend in 2020, there were 26 shootings and eight homicides, according to the St. Louis Mayors Office. Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. This case is a tragic reminder that guns, road rage, and reckless behavior have deadly consequences.The shooting was senseless and indefensible, and we must work together to ensure that an incident like this never happens again in our City. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Police say some of the victims who died from gun violence this weekend are as young as 17 years old. I hope he dreams that every night for the next however many years he lives because every night I go to bed with that image in my head.". 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. . All Rights Reserved. "He doesn't have an ankle monitor right now. Was he coerced? Sorry, no promotional deals were found matching that code. It is not clear whether he has an attorney, and no court date has been posted.