Houston 11-Year-Old Fatally Shot During Ding-Dong Ditch Game; Suspect's Bond Set

Court Proceedings and Bond Set

• 👨‍⚖️ A $1 million bond was set for Gonzalo Leyon, 42, charged with fatally shooting 11-year-old Julian Guzman.
• ⚖️ The hearing was brief, with the state requesting the high bond, which the judge granted.
• 🏛️ Leyon's attorney, newly appointed, had requested a $100,000 bond, citing Leyon's family's move to a hotel due to media attention as a reason for not fleeing.

Allegations in the Shooting

• 🎯 Investigators allege Leyon fired a warning shot into the ground before shooting Guzman as the child ran away.
• 🏃‍♂️ Guzman and his cousin were playing Ding-Dong Ditch and had reportedly knocked on Leyon's door twice before the fatal incident.
• ⚠️ Prosecutors believe the bond is appropriate given the tragic and brutal nature of the alleged killing, with the child reportedly shot in the back.

Investigation and Potential Charges

• 🔍 Prosecutors stated that new evidence, including cell phone video, is expected to be key in the case.
• 📈 It is possible that charges could be upgraded to capital murder as the investigation continues.
• 🔫 Bond conditions include Leyon not possessing any weapons and having no contact with the victim's family.

Community Mourning and Support

• 💔 A memorial for Julian Guzman has grown outside the East Houston home where the shooting occurred, with loved ones leaving heartfelt messages.
• 🌟 Julian's mother described him as affectionate, always smiling, and attentive to others.
• 🤝 A GoFundMe account has been created to support the Guzman family during this difficult time.