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An Atascosa County jury has convicted Roger Arteaga Gonzalez of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon causing Serious Bodily Injury involving Family Violence. Following the jury’s verdict on November 19, 2025, Gonzalez elected to have Judge Wilson determine his punishment. The judge ordered a 60-year prison sentence.
The case stems from a December 2023 assault in which Gonzalez attacked his girlfriend with a utility knife while the two were driving. According to investigators, he left her for dead in a remote wooded area after the attack. Despite severe injuries, she regained consciousness and made her way toward the roadway, where a nearby resident and military veteran spotted her and immediately called 911. First responders provided lifesaving care, while investigators began collecting evidence connecting Gonzalez to the crime, including witness reports and GPS monitoring data from an unrelated case.
During sentencing, prosecutors presented Gonzalez’s prior felony history, which raised the penalty range to 25 years to life in prison. The victim testified about the assault and how it continues to affect her physically and emotionally.
Officials expressed their gratitude to the Atascosa County jury, the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office, and lead investigator Lt. Gavin Lindsay. They also recognized the medical teams, witnesses, and responding officers whose quick work strengthened the case.
Additional appreciation was extended to Victim’s Advocate Katie Quinney, Criminal Analyst Karen Dziuk, and prosecutors Audrey Vasquez, Erika Price, and Kenny Lam for their work supporting the victim and protecting the community.
