Groves shooting suspect surrenders to authorities

Published 4:46 pm Wednesday, August 14, 2024

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A suspect who allegedly shot and killed an 18-year-old in Groves on Aug. 10 has surrendered to authorities with the Groves Police Department.

Port Arthur resident Vonzelle Hall, 19, turned himself in around 4:15 p.m. Aug. 14 according to Groves Interim City Marshal Chris Robin.

A first degree murder warrant for Hall’s arrest was signed Aug. 13.

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Hall allegedly shot and killed 18-year-old Jesus Garcia at the Beverly Place Apartments in Groves during the early hours of Aug. 10. Garcia was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

This story will be updated as more details become available.