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Jury convicts Houston man Erik Arceneaux of murdering then girlfriend Maria Rodriguez
Summary by Spring Editorial Desk Jaewon Jung , as published by Click2Houston
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Rodriguez, a 29-year-old mother, was reported missing in June 2018.
A Houston man has been convicted of murder in a case that began nearly eight years ago. Erik Arceneaux was found guilty by a Harris County jury of murdering his then-girlfriend, Maria Rodriguez. The verdict came after less than three hours of deliberation.
Rodriguez, a 29-year-old mother, was reported missing in June 2018. She had dropped off her daughter at a babysitter's home and never arrived at work. The case was notable for its challenges, as no human remains were found.
Further details on the case and verdict are available from Click2Houston. The conviction brings a measure of closure to the family of Maria Rodriguez, although it does not bring her back.
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Category: government Published: July 3, 2026 Source: Click2Houston Reading time: 1 min
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