sat . The family of a South Texas young man wants the public to know one thing: their son did not deserve to die.
Three years ago — one day before Thanksgiving — 23-year-old Carlos Roberto Garza was riding his motorcycle through Laredo, on his way to a friend’s house.
He wasn’t drinking.
He wasn’t using drugs.
He was simply living his life.
Police say a driver, allegedly intoxicated and well over the legal limit, crashed into him.
Carlos was not killed instantly.
For four agonizing days, his parents stood at his bedside as he fought for his life on life support.
Just weeks earlier, Carlos had made a selfless decision — he registered as an organ donor. In the midst of unimaginable grief, his parents honored that wish.
To those who loved him, he was “Carlitos.”
A young man with a bright smile and big plans.
Carlos graduated from Martin High School in 2017. He played football. He worked two jobs. He was preparing to join the U.S. Marines. His future stretched far beyond that November night.
Now, three years and two months later, the trial has finally begun.
His family is not seeking revenge. They are asking for justice. For accountability. For a jury to see not just the crash — but the life that was lost and the single decision that changed everything.
As court proceedings move forward, Carlos’ parents are asking this community — and everyone reading — for prayers.
For strength.
For clarity in that courtroom.
And for peace, as they relive the hardest week of their lives once again.
💙 What would you want Carlos’ family to know as they sit in court, carrying his memory with them every step of the way?
