UPDATE: MCTXSheriff Investigates Shooting in Magnolia — 19-Year-Old Briley Delacruz Rodas in Critical Condition, Suspect in Custody

MAGNOLIA, TX — A quiet afternoon in Magnolia was shattered by gunfire in a residential neighborhood, leaving a 19-year-old young man, Briley Delacruz Rodas, critically injured and prompting an urgent investigation by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (MCTXSheriff). Authorities have since identified the suspect in the case as 53-year-old Keith Matthews, who has been arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

The incident occurred earlier this week and was initially reported as a disturbance. Deputies arrived at the scene to find Briley suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency responders provided life-saving aid on-site before transporting him to a nearby hospital, where he remains in critical but stable condition as of the latest update. He is under constant care, and his family has asked for privacy and prayers during this difficult time.

Investigators quickly worked to determine the events leading up to the shooting, ultimately identifying Keith Matthews, a Magnolia resident, as the alleged shooter. The nature of the altercation between Matthews and Rodas has not yet been fully disclosed, though deputies confirmed the two individuals were acquainted. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation.

Matthews was arrested without incident and is currently being held at the Montgomery County Jail on a $200,000 bond. He has been charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, a serious felony that could carry substantial prison time if convicted. Authorities have not ruled out the possibility of additional charges pending the outcome of the investigation.

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has expressed gratitude to witnesses and local residents who quickly alerted law enforcement and cooperated with investigators. Detectives are continuing to gather evidence and conduct interviews to piece together a complete picture of what transpired.

“This is a deeply disturbing incident that rocked a normally peaceful community,” said a spokesperson for the Sheriff’s Office. “We are committed to uncovering the full truth of what led to this violent act and ensuring that justice is served.”

The shooting has sent shockwaves through the Magnolia community, particularly among friends and loved ones of Briley Delacruz Rodas. Described as a respectful, hardworking young man with a promising future, Briley is well known in his neighborhood and among peers as someone who brought kindness and energy to every interaction.

A GoFundMe campaign has since been launched by friends and family to assist with medical expenses as Briley undergoes what is expected to be a long road to recovery. The outpouring of support on social media reflects a community deeply shaken, yet determined to rally around the young man and his family.

Residents of the area are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any information that may aid investigators. Anyone with additional details is asked to contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office at 936-760-5800 or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-392-STOP (7867).

As the investigation continues, the focus remains on supporting the victim’s recovery and ensuring accountability for this violent act. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office assures the public that no threat remains to the community at this time.