A noise complaint at a Christmas party in San Antonio turned deadly when a neighbor allegedly shot and killed a 29-year-old man in the early morning hours of December 21, 2025.
Edward Trejo was at a residence on the 300 block of Cincinnati Avenue near Fredericksburg Road when Paul Flores, 40, approached the home to make a noise complaint just after 5:15 a.m. The gathering was a Christmas party, and what began as a complaint about noise escalated into a fatal confrontation.
A verbal argument broke out between Flores and Trejo after Flores confronted Trejo and other people at the residence. The dispute quickly intensified, escalating into a physical fight that spilled from the front yard into the street. During the altercation, Flores pulled out a gun and shot Trejo multiple times.
Officers responded to a shooting call just before 5:30 a.m. and found Trejo with gunshot wounds throughout his body. Police attempted life-saving measures on the scene before Trejo was transported to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office determined that a gunshot wound to Trejo’s neck had been the cause of death and ruled his death a homicide.
Flores was arrested and charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He was booked into the Bexar County jail before 6 a.m. Murder is classified as a first-degree felony, while aggravated assault is a second-degree felony. Bexar County set his combined bond for both charges at $200,000.
The victim was a well-respected member of his community who worked at Benson Auto Group in San Antonio. Trejo was also a member of Diablos OutSports, an LGBTQ+ community sports league. He was affectionately known by the nickname Fatso among friends and family.
On December 28, 2025, around 200 people attended a memorial balloon release held at Louie’s Icehouse to honor Trejo’s memory. Family and friends gathered to celebrate his life and remember the impact he had on those around him.
Christian Trejo, Edward’s twin brother, spoke about his brother’s character, describing how he always had their back and supported anyone who needed help.
Ayanna Trejo, Edward’s sister, expressed the deep pain the family has experienced since the shooting. She described the difficulty of coping with the sudden loss and the sleepless nights that have followed. The tragedy has left the family searching for answers about why the confrontation turned violent.
Andrea, Trejo’s mother, shared her anguish over the circumstances of her son’s death. “He went with intent to hurt someone, and he hurt my son,” Andrea said. “He took my son.”
Andrea also expressed hope that her son knew how many friends showed up to honor him at the memorial. She said she wants to keep his memory alive and is proud of the man he became. The mother questioned why Flores chose to confront the partygoers directly rather than calling police about the noise complaint.
The family has expressed their desire for justice in the case. They described Edward as someone who had a big heart and was always willing to help others. Friends remembered him for his willingness to support people and his love for baseball and competition.
Co-workers at Benson Auto Group described him as dependable and supportive, someone who could always be counted on. A sign bearing words of tribute now sits on his empty desk at the workplace as a memorial.
Tributes poured in on social media in the days following the shooting. Diablos OutSports posted a message describing Trejo as a proud San Antonian, teammate and friend known for his kindness, warmth and the way he made everyone feel valued. The organization stated that he dedicated his life to helping others and left a lasting impact on all who knew him.
On Facebook, Ayanna posted a heartfelt tribute addressed to her late brother. She wrote that her heart was shattered in ways she never imagined and described Edward as more than her brother—he was her safe place, protector and biggest support. She thanked him for always putting her before himself and said she would never forget his sacrifices for the family.
The memorial gathering at Louie’s Icehouse brought attendees who brought blue, gray and white balloons in different shades. All of the balloons were released simultaneously in honor of the deceased community member. The family described Edward as someone who sang like nobody was watching and danced in ways that made everyone smile without even trying.
A family member reflected on Trejo’s character, noting that he became a great man and a man of God. The family recalled how Edward had made sacrifices for his siblings, including quitting activities and getting a job when his parents were struggling financially so that his brother and sister could continue playing sports.
Christian Trejo remembered how his brother’s support allowed him to play football and join the Army, while their sister was able to continue playing softball. The family emphasized that Edward consistently put others before himself and worked to ensure his loved ones could succeed.
A celebration of life was planned, with an honorary softball tournament scheduled for the following weekend. The family continues to seek ways to move forward while hoping for justice in the case.