It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that the community mourns the tragic death of I’sis Garza, 22, of Odessa, Texas, who was fatally shot on April 21, 2026, at the High Plains Apartments. Her sudden passing has left her family, friends, and the Odessa community devastated as they grieve a life taken far too soon.
Obituary: I’sis Garza
I’sis Garza is being remembered as a young woman whose life ended in a tragic act of violence. At just 22 years old, she had her future ahead of her, and her loss has created an overwhelming sense of grief among those who knew and loved her.
Family and friends are mourning a daughter, friend, and loved one whose presence meant deeply to those closest to her. Her passing has left a painful void that cannot be filled, as loved ones reflect on memories shared and the life she lived.
Details of the Incident
According to the Odessa Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 7:30 p.m. on April 21, 2026, to the High Plains Apartments at 3727 Andrews Highway after reports of a gunshot victim.
When officers arrived, they found I’sis Garza unresponsive on the ground. Emergency responders immediately began CPR in an attempt to save her life, but she was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene. Authorities confirmed that her next of kin have been notified.
Investigation and Arrest
Investigators identified 22-year-old David Dewayne Horn Jr. as the suspect in the shooting. Police say he fled the scene in a Dodge Charger but was later located and stopped while traveling south on Grant Avenue.
Horn was taken into custody and transported for questioning. Authorities reported that he later admitted to shooting Garza following an argument and identified her as his common-law wife.
Based on evidence collected, detectives obtained a warrant charging him with murder, a first-degree felony. He has since been booked into the Ector County Law Enforcement Center, where he remains in custody as the investigation continues.
Community Impact and Mourning
The tragic loss of I’sis Garza has sent shockwaves through the Odessa community. Friends, family, and residents are mourning a young life lost too soon and reflecting on the devastating impact of violence on families and communities.
Her memory is being honored by those who knew her best, as they hold onto the love, moments, and connections she shared during her life.
Disclaimer
This obituary is based on preliminary and publicly available information. Details may be updated as the investigation continues and official statements are released by authorities or family representatives.
I’sis Garza will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered.
Her life and memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
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