January 26, 2024 - Houston police have released surveillance photos of two persons of interest wanted for questioning in the fatal stabbing of a male found at 6900 Avenue S about 3:20 p.m. on Monday (January 22).  

The persons of interest are described only as a Hispanic male and female. Surveillance photos of the two persons of interest as well as previously released photos of a truck are attached to this news release.

The victim is identified as, Paulino Argueta, 51.

HPD Homicide Division Detectives D. Lunceford and D. Davis reported:  

HPD patrol officers responded to a report of a person lying in the street and found the victim in the roadway, unresponsive, and suffering from a stab wound.  Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.  

A preliminary investigation determined a red Toyota Tacoma pickup truck with a black toolbox in the bed was seen leaving the area and is wanted for questioning. Additional investigation identified the two persons of interest. 

Anyone with information on identity of the two persons or in this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or speak to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.  


Persons of Interest


Female Person of Interest



Male Person of Interest


                WANTED:  Toyota Tacoma



                  WANTED: Toyota Tacoma



Update: JKS/SOA     1-26-24
VHS/JKS  1-23-24
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