On day 3 of the search for accused mass murderer, 38-year-old Francisco Oropesa, dozens of law enforcement officers from local, state, and federal agencies spent Monday zeroing in on two separate potential sightings of the gunman in Montgomery County.
First, around 11:20 A.M., authorities canvassed a dumping site near Hwy 105 East and Security Landfill Road in Cleveland, TX.
The massive manhunt prompted nearby schools to secure their campuses. However, as of Monday afternoon, authorities say Oropesa is still on the loose., who was one of the five people shot and killed Friday, returned to school. The students were greeted with a growing memorial near the front entrance.Cleveland ISD said extra law enforcement and counselors were available on campus to help kids struggling with the loss of their friend.
As the community continues to mourn the violent killings of Daniel and his family, the immigration rights group, FIEL, isand San Jacinto County Sheriff Greg Capers for how they've handled the case. Renae Eze, a spokesperson with Governor Abbott’s office has since released a statement in part, retracting incorrect information about some of the victim’s immigration status.
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