On Tuesday, the other two suspects accused in Deputy Darren Almendarez's murder are appearing in court. Prosecutors said they plan to seek the death penalty.
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas -- Two more suspects accused in the murder of Harris County Sheriff's Office Deputy Darren Almendarez are scheduled to appear in court Tuesday morning, and prosecutors said they plan to seek the death penalty.
"At this time, we're planning to pursue the death penalty," said prosecutor Keith Houston from the Harris County District Attorney's Office."It's a new case. We have to look at the evidence. At this time, were planning to pursue the death penalty."The defendants are accused of shooting Almendarez, who was off duty at the time of the crime and was shopping when deputies said he caught the suspects trying to steal a catalytic converter from his truck.
Clark allegedly warned Tardy and Stewart to get back in the car as Almendarez approached his truck. The men had cordless cutting tools.
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