Leopoldo charged with murder after killing Juan in El Paso Texas
Posted: Fri Oct 17, 2025 1:20 pm
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EL PASO, TEXAS — An El Paso man was arrested and charged with murder after a person was found dead in far East El Paso.
On October 2, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the 12800 block of Barstow Avenue in reference to a dead person.
Upon arrival, deputies located 36-year-old Juan Oscar Becerra inside the home, where he was confirmed deceased.
Evidence at the scene indicated signs of foul play.
Through the course of the investigation, detectives identified 25-year-old Leopoldo Ortega as a suspect.
A warrant was subsequently obtained for his arrest on one count of Murder.
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