Texas Department of Criminal Justice
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Name | Gongora, Nelson |
| TDCJ Number | 999452 | |
| Date of Birth | 08/20/1979 | |
| Date Received | 06/04/2003 | |
| Age (when Received) | 23 | |
| Education Level (Highest Grade Completed) | 08 | |
| Date of Offense | 04/07/2001 | |
| Age (at the time of Offense) | 21 | |
| County | Tarrant | |
| Race | Hispanic | |
| Gender | Male | |
| Hair Color | Black | |
| Height | 05'07" | |
| Weight | 171 | |
| Eye Color | Brown | |
| Native County | Harris | |
| Native State | Texas |
Prior Occupation
Framer, Forklift Operator, Laborer
Prior Prison Record
None
Summary of Incident
On April 7, 2001, Gongora and co-defendant, Orosco, attempted to rob a 36 year old hispanic male. During the struggle, gunshots were fired striking the victim, resulting in his death.
Co-Defendants
A. Orosco
Race and Gender of Victim
Hispanic Male