HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Three teenagers have been arrested and charged a month after a rideshare driver and Marine Veteran was found shot on the side of the road.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said a 15-year-old boy, 14-year-old boy, and a 13-year-old boy, have all been charged in connection with the death of Quoc “Jake” Nguyen, 28.

The 15-year-old is charged with capital murder. Both the 14 and 13-year-old have been charged with tampering with evidence.

Authorities say the suspects allegedly shot Nguyen before taking his belongings and vehicle and fleeing the scene.

The three teenagers have been booked into the Harris County Juvenile Detention Center.

What happened?

Nguyen was found on the side of the road in the 13700 block of Lakewood Forest on September 4, 2025. A passing mo

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