Valentine's Day will forever hold tragic memories for one Texas family. As children were waiting on the road, getting ready to board their school bus, Judy Walters was in her Mitsubishi SUV in her apartment complex parking lot. 

RIPPED OUT OF HER VEHICLE

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Suddenly, Judy was ripped from her seat, pulled out of her car, and shot. 17-year-old Owen Leonrdo Vilanova-Ardon had carjacked Judy and in a final, fatal blow; he ran her over as he took off.

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Judy's vehicle was spotted on a surveillance video jumping curbs and driving away from a business area. Meanwhile, Judy lay dead in her parking lot. Police made a chilling discovery as they began to investigate the gruesome murder. 

SUSPECTS PACING ALL NIGHT

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Video surveillance reveals two younger-looking males wearing black bandanas loitering around the apartment complex all night long leading up to the fatal carjacking. The two men were pacing all night making investigators on the case believe the killing was not a random act of violence. 

Vilanova-Ardon has been arrested and charged with capital murder for the violent death of Judy Walters.

MISERABLE TEXAS CITY

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Crime and violence affect an entire community. It brings sadness and fear to the area. It drives away families and makes incoming residents rethink their choice. 

A recent survey revealed Texas holds the #2 spot for the most miserable city in the entire country. Port Arthur was ranked so badly that they were labeled the #2 most miserable city in the U.S. The town is surrounded by refineries and lacks residents, making this one of the least desirable places to call home.

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