San Antonio – A Bexar County jury delivered a guilty verdict Friday in the murder case of 17‑year‑old Julian Junior Robledo, who was shot while sitting under a carport with his mother in August 2023. The defendant, 28‑year‑old Nathan Martinez, was found guilty of murder after prosecutors presented ballistic evidence linking him to the crime scene.
Evidence and Motive
Investigators recovered shell casings from three separate shooting locations that matched the firearm used in the Mosscircle Drive incident. In addition, social‑media posts attributed to Martinez bragged about “taking down a rival gang member” and described the use of a firearm modification known as a switch, which converts a semi‑automatic weapon into a fully automatic one.
Pending Capital Murder Charge
Martinez’s legal troubles are not yet over. He remains charged with capital murder for a June 2022 shooting that left two men dead and five others injured at a barbecue on Patron Drive. That case is still pending and will proceed separately from the murder conviction.
Sentencing Schedule
Judge Stephanie Boyd is set to pronounce Martinez’s sentence on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., according to court records. While the exact penalty has not been disclosed, a murder conviction in Texas carries a potential life sentence.
Community Impact
The tragic loss of Julian Robledo has resonated deeply within the San Antonio community, prompting renewed calls for stronger public‑safety measures and support for victims’ families. Local leaders have emphasized the importance of addressing gang‑related violence while upholding the rule of law.
Authorities continue to investigate the broader network of individuals involved in the 2022 and 2023 shootings, underscoring a commitment to hold all responsible parties accountable.
Original reporting: San Antonio, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
