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El Paso House Party Shooting: Life Sentence for Killer
6 Feb
Summary
- Killer Angel Avila sentenced to life for 2023 El Paso house party shooting.
- Victims Julia Worthington, 14, and Eliel Bultron Hernandez, 19, were bystanders.
- Avila claimed victims had shot at him previously before opening fire.
A gunman responsible for a fatal shooting at an El Paso house party has received a life sentence. Angel Avila pleaded guilty to murdering Julia Worthington, 14, and Eliel Omar Bultron Hernandez, 19, on September 17, 2023. The victims were bystanders at a party when Avila opened fire, reportedly believing individuals present had previously shot at him.
Family members of Worthington and Bultron Hernandez delivered emotional impact statements, detailing the potential and dreams stolen by the violence. Worthington, a high school student, was remembered for her organs donating, saving at least 69 lives. Bultron Hernandez was described as a loving brother and friend whose life was just beginning.
Avila's plea deal resolved the trial before jury deliberation. He was sentenced to life for the two murder counts and aggravated assault charges. The shooting also injured three other individuals, including security personnel working at the event.
