Family Identifies Victim Found Shot to Death in Burning Car in Southwest Houston

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A family has identified the victim who was discovered shot to death inside a burning car a week ago in the southwest area of Houston.

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According to the authorities, the lifeless body of a 39-year-old man was found in the trunk of a burning car on Nelson Street on December 9.

The victim has been identified as Adrean Arrington by his family.

Adrean’s father, Alfred Arrington, expressed his disbelief, stating, “I couldn’t believe it. That somebody would commit such a horrible act against him. He didn’t deserve that.”

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Arrington’s family revealed that they received confirmation of his identity several days after the tragic incident.

The car in which Adrean was discovered did not belong to him, leaving the family uncertain about its ownership.

Expressing his anguish, the victim’s brother stated, “Nobody deserves to die in such a way. Just thinking about it, I can’t fathom. It’s just not right. Whoever did it, I wish somebody could come forward.”

Adrean, a father of two and a veteran, faced challenges following his other than honorable discharge from the Marines.

Adrean’s mother mentioned, “When he came home, he was different. I noticed a change in him.”

Despite the difficulties he encountered, Adrean was known for his ability to make people laugh, even after witnessing and experiencing the hardships of his military service.

“He would do anything you asked him to do, and with a smile,” his mother added.

With Christmas just a few days away, this grieving family is seeking answers and justice for their beloved Adrean.

Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477).

Tonight at 10 on Eyewitness News, hear from Arrington’s family as they speak with ABC13’s Daniela Hurtado on how they discovered their loved one’s death.

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