HOUSTON – Authorities are searching for a murder suspect they fear may be heading to Mexico. Samuel Ibarra-Cleto, 33, should be considered armed and dangerous.
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Ibarra-Cleto is charged in the death of 38-year-old Arturo Pecina-Rodriguez, who was shot to death in the 5800 block of Elberta Street.
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Deputies said the two men, who are brother-in-laws, were having an argument Monday night when, at some point, Ibarra-Cleto, pulled out a gun and opened fire.
Pecina-Rodriguez was shot multiple times. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators received information that Ibarra-Cleto is fleeing to Mexico in an effort to avoid apprehension and prosecution.
His vehicle is described as a blue-ish, 2009 GMC Sierra, two door extended cab with a Texas temporary license plate (39103P7.) Ibarra-Cleto is still believed to be in possession of the murder weapon and anyone who may cross paths with him are cautioned not to approach, but rather contact authorities.
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS.