On the evening of January 19, 2023, at about 8:50 p.m., officers from the Round Rock Police Department responded to a reported shooting at Red Hills Villas apartments, 1401 South AW Grimes Boulevard in Round Rock, Texas. First responders found 21-year-old Marcos Esparza with apparent gunshot wounds; Esparza was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators interviewed another adult male who was present; that individual cooperated with police. Authorities described the incident as isolated and involving only the two men, and said there was no ongoing threat to public safety.

If anyone witnessed the incident at Red Hills Villas or has information about Marcos Esparza’s death, please contact the Round Rock Police Department.