At approximately 6:00 p.m., officers with the Bryan Police Department located Ezekiel William Barajas in Bryan, Texas, bringing a critical development in the investigation into the fatal deaths of his mother and stepfather. Authorities reported that Barajas was spotted sitting inside a Honda Accord at the drive-thru of the Raising Cane’s restaurant on Briarcrest Drive, a busy area that was quickly secured by law enforcement to ensure public safety.

Bryan Police officers initiated contact and detained Barajas without incident. Given the seriousness of the allegations and the active nature of the investigation, troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) also responded to the scene to assist. Barajas was held by Bryan PD and DPS personnel while they 

awaited the arrival of deputies from the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office, who were leading the homicide investigation. The coordinated response among multiple agencies underscored the urgency and gravity of the case.Once Brazos County deputies arrived, Barajas was formally taken into custody and transported for further processing. 

Investigators later confirmed that he would be charged with capital murder in connection with the double homicide of his mother and stepfather. Officials have not released details about what transpired inside the vehicle at the time of his detention, nor have they disclosed additional evidence recovered at the scene, as the investigation remains ongoing.

The arrest marked a somber moment for the Brazos and Bryan communities, which have been left reeling by the violent loss of two family members in what authorities describe as a deeply personal tragedy. Residents expressed shock that the suspect was located in such a public place, highlighting how abruptly everyday life can intersect with devastating events.

As the case moves forward, law enforcement officials continue to gather evidence and prepare for court proceedings. Authorities have asked the public to remain patient and to keep the victims’ loved ones in their thoughts while the justice process unfolds.