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Media Release
5/23/2026

On the 22nd of May 2026 at approximately 11:05 PM, Big Spring Police Department officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of Oriole Street in reference to shots being fired.

Big Spring Police Department and Howard County Sheriff’s Office Deputies arrived on scene. Upon arrival, officers observed two males laying in the front yard in the 1600 Block of Oriole identified as Willis J. Duval, B/M, 44 years of age, and Marcus D. Pena, B/M, 23 years of age. Big Spring Fire Department and Allegiance EMS arrived on scene and attempted life saving measures which were not successful. Big Spring Police Department Officers discovered that both Willis and Pena had suffered from gunshot wounds and were deceased.

The Big Spring Police Department Criminal Investigations Division, Identification personnel, and Texas Department of Public Safety Texas Rangers were notified to respond and assist with this investigation. The Texas Rangers and Detectives immediately began interviewing individuals and following up on leads. Willis and Pena were later pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Averette.

As a result of the investigation and evidence obtained, it was determined that probable cause existed for the charge of Capital Murder. Detectives and Texas Rangers subsequently obtained a Capital Murder arrest warrant for Ruben A. Gonzales, W/M, 22 years of age. Gonzales was later arrested on the morning of 5/23/2026 at approximately 9:30 am in the 1600 Block of Canary Street and booked into the Howard County Detention Center for the offense of Capital Murder.

This investigation is still ongoing and there is no further information available at this time.

Chief of Police, Chad Williams
Administrative Lieutenant, Amie Taft

Run For The Wall to Stop in Big Spring Saturday for Vietnam Memorial Ceremony

The West Texas Veterans Memorial will welcome more than 300 motorcycle riders participating in the annual Run For The Wall on Saturday, May 16, during a special stop at the Big Spring Vietnam Memorial.

The ceremony will take place from 9:22 a.m. to 10:02 a.m. at the Vietnam Memorial in Big Spring as riders make their way to Washington, D.C., as part of the nationwide tribute ride honoring veterans, active-duty military, POW/MIA service members, and those who never made it home.
Members of the West Texas Veterans Memorial Board will present commemorative challenge coins to each rider participating in this year’s ride in appreciation of their dedication to keeping the memory and sacrifices of America’s veterans alive.

The community is encouraged to attend and show support for the riders and the mission behind Run For The Wall. Organizers are especially inviting Vietnam veterans and Gold Star families connected to the Vietnam War era to be part of this meaningful event.

“This is an opportunity for our community to come together to honor the service and sacrifice of those who served during the Vietnam era and to welcome these riders as they continue their journey across America,” organizers said.
Run For The Wall began in 1989 and continues annually as a cross-country motorcycle ride promoting healing among veterans while calling attention to prisoners of war, those missing in action, and all who served.

Community members attending are encouraged to arrive early due to the large number of motorcycles expected in the area.

West Texas Centers would like to remind you to sign up today for the Mindful Monday Mental Health Awareness workshop with Dr. Faubion and Dr. Obregon. It starts at 5:30 PM and lasts one hour. Anyone can attend, and it's FREE!

Congrats to Bree Lewis from Coahoma. She will do great things. She signed today with West Texas A&M

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The Dorothy Garrett Coliseum was filled with a musical compilation of community and culture as the Big Spring Symphony collaborated with La 45 and Sunny Ozuna, for the final performance of the season. The performance also included other patriotic favorites and a recognition of the veterans.