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New Caney shooting ruled murder; 1 arrested, 1 sought

NEW CANEY, Texas – Authorities have officially ruled the shooting death of a man inside a New Caney tattoo parlor last Saturday as a murder, subsequently identifying the victim and issuing warrants for two brothers suspected in the crime. One suspect is now in custody, while the other remains at large.

The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 1st, at “The Shop” tattoo parlor, located at 21530 Main Street (FM 1485). Deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) responded to a “shots fired” call at the business. Upon arrival, they discovered 30-year-old Brandon Jaymes Lee, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

Following an intensive investigation by the MCSO Homicide and Violent Crimes Unit, detectives determined the shooting stemmed from an altercation inside the establishment. The specific nature of the dispute that led to the gunfire is still under investigation.

Justice of the Peace Jason Dunn issued warrants for murder for two brothers: 28-year-old Mark Anthony Garcia and 27-year-old Ruben Garcia Jr.

Mark Anthony Garcia was arrested on Tuesday, June 4th, and booked into the Montgomery County Jail. He is being held on a murder charge, with bond information not immediately available.

However, Ruben Garcia Jr. remains at large. Law enforcement officials consider him armed and dangerous and are actively searching for his whereabouts.

“Our team has been working tirelessly since Saturday evening to piece together the events that led to Mr. Lee’s tragic death,” stated Lt. Scott Spencer, spokesperson for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. “We have one suspect in custody, and we are urging the public to assist us in locating Ruben Garcia Jr. He should not be approached.”

The MCSO is asking anyone with information regarding Ruben Garcia Jr.’s location to contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office at 936-760-5800 or Multi-County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-392-STOP (7867). Tips can also be submitted online at CrimeStoppers.org. Callers to Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the New Caney community, a rapidly growing area in Montgomery County. “The Shop” tattoo parlor is a local establishment, and the sight of a heavy law enforcement presence in the area drew significant attention over the weekend.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not released any further details regarding the potential motive or the relationship between the victim and the suspects.

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