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Authorities Seek New Tips in 1996 Brown Co. Cold Case

· Texas Border Business

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is requesting information regarding the 1996 murder of 30-year-old Juan Leon Laureles in Brown County. A reward of $6,000 is now offered for tips leading to an arrest, provided they are submitted before the next cold case is highlighted. Laureles was found dead next to his burning 1988 Ford Thunderbird, having been shot in the back of the head. Investigators are particularly interested in details about the vehicle and transactions made with Laureles' stolen credit card. Tips can be submitted via the Crime Stoppers hotline or online.

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