Texas Tragedy: Hector Alonso Sanchez, Tanya Paola Valadez Rangel, Rosalba Saenz Rodriguez Among Dead in Seth Ward Shooting

 The Plainview, Texas community is reeling from a devastating mass shooting that claimed five lives early Saturday morning in the Seth Ward neighborhood on Upchurch Street. Authorities confirmed that among the deceased were three family members—Hector Alonso Sanchez, 28; his wife, Tanya Paola Valadez Rangel, 30; and his mother, Rosalba Saenz Rodriguez, 47—along with a friend, 21-year-old Reily Joseph Zavala Barrientos, and the suspected shooter, 33-year-old Saul Villa, who also died at the scene.

The Hale County Sheriff’s Office reported that law enforcement, including Texas Rangers, responded around 3:40 a.m. after receiving reports of gunfire at the rural residence. First responders pronounced four victims dead at the scene, while Barrientos was transported to Covenant Hospital–Plainview, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Authorities have not released details regarding a motive, and the incident remains under active investigation.

Friends and family described the victims as cherished members of the community. According to a GoFundMe set up to support the grieving relatives, Hector Sanchez was a hardworking man deeply loved by his family; his wife, Tanya, brought joy to everyone she met, and Rosalba Saenz was remembered for her kindness and caring nature. Reily Barrientos, also killed in the tragedy, was described as a close friend. The fundraiser, which had raised $3,000 as of Friday, aims to cover funeral costs and provide support to the family during this unimaginable loss.

Neighbors and community members expressed shock at the senseless violence. Social media posts and eyewitness accounts painted a picture of grief and disbelief, with residents struggling to come to terms with the scale of the tragedy. Local leaders emphasized the importance of community support, urging neighbors to check on one another and offer assistance to those directly affected.

Funeral arrangements for the victims are expected to be shared by the families in the coming days. Meanwhile, law enforcement continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the relationships and events leading up to the deadly incident. Authorities are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Hale County Sheriff’s Office.

This tragedy has left the Seth Ward community in mourning, with loved ones and friends remembering Hector, Tanya, Rosalba, and Reily for their warmth, generosity, and the positive impact they had on those around them. As the community grapples with the loss, local efforts—including memorial funds and gatherings—are being organized to honor the lives cut short and provide support to the families affected.

The Plainview mass shooting serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the devastating impact of violence on families and communities. Those affected continue to receive support from neighbors, local organizations, and members of the public, all seeking to help the victims’ families navigate the aftermath of this tragic event.

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