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Texas Man Arrested in Killing of Indian Student at Fort Worth Gas Station

Investigators report no known motive, with repatriation pending through consular formalities.

Overview

  • Police identified the victim as 27-year-old Pole Chandrashekar of Hyderabad, who was pronounced dead at the scene by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner.
  • Officers arrested 28-year-old Richard Florez of North Richland Hills and recovered a firearm from his vehicle, according to a Fort Worth Police spokesperson.
  • Authorities say the suspect allegedly fired at another vehicle about a mile from the gas station and later crashed into a gate while trying to enter a residence.
  • Florez has been booked for homicide and remains hospitalized, and officials say the investigation is ongoing with motive undetermined.
  • The Indian Consulate in Houston is assisting the family with returning Chandrashekar’s remains, as further case details face delays tied to local government operations.