Odessa man charged in slaying linked to domestic violence case
Spokesman says investigators must conduct a thorough probe as Odessa faces a rising pattern of family violence in Ector County. The case involves Monica Deming, her ex partner Leyva, and threats, stalking, and a fatal shooting. Nielsen recounts the events from the night of the slaying and the warning signs. Police declined to release details, noting the ongoing investigation. Safe Place of the Permian Basin leaders urge evaluating procedures to prevent future violence while acknowledging the difficulty for victims seeking protection.