As the homeowner returned to his car, he was confronted by five males ranging in age from 14 to 18 years old. Investigators say the older suspect threatened the homeowner with a pistol and took his keys. Cardenas and his two friends were ordered into the house at gunpoint and the suspects took several items from inside.
While the suspects were distracted, the homeowner managed to called 911.
As the suspects were fleeing, one of them fatally shot Cardenas. All of them took off on foot.
Two bicycles, believed to have been ridden to the scene by the suspects, were recovered nearby.
The suspects are only described as five African-American males, the youngest described as being a short heavyset male, approximately 14 years of age. Investigators believe the suspects are responsible for burglarizing at least three vehicles on Rustic Oak Ct., prior to the shooting.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Homicide Unit at 713-967-5810 or call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
