El Paso Police Seek Tips in Cold Homicide Case
Authorities are investigating the death of Army veteran Michael Terrell Jenkins in Northeast El Paso.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Violence
Police discovered the body of Army veteran and father Michael Terrell Jenkins on March 17, 2026, at the 8700 block of Lawson. Detectives believe the homicide occurred in February 2026, and the case remains unsolved.
Why it matters
The victim's father has requested public assistance to identify suspects in the shooting death. Police are now leveraging community tips to help bring closure to the family of the father of three.
Detectives are currently managing an active investigation into the death of Michael Terrell Jenkins. The case remains open, with authorities soliciting anonymous tips via the department and Crime Stoppers to establish a lead.
The players
Michael Terrell Jenkins
He was an Army veteran and a father of three who was found dead in Northeast El Paso.
Crime Stoppers of El Paso
This organization facilitates anonymous tip submissions to assist local law enforcement with ongoing criminal investigations.
The details
The discovery occurred at an apartment in the 8700 block of Lawson in Northeast El Paso. Investigators are working to identify suspects in the death of the Army veteran.
Timeline
The homicide is estimated to have occurred in February 2026.
Police discovered the body on March 17, 2026.
Crime Stoppers issued a public call for tips in April 2026.
Legal Context
This investigation follows the standard procedures established by the El Paso Police Department for processing unsolved homicides. Such cases remain prioritized under local department protocols until a suspect is identified or new evidence emerges.
Residents of Northeast El Paso are encouraged to contact authorities if they have any information regarding activity on the 8700 block of Lawson during February. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 915-566-8477 or contacting the police tip line at 915-832-4400.
The takeaway
Public involvement is often a critical factor in resolving cold cases that lack immediate leads. Anyone with information is urged to utilize the provided anonymous channels to assist the victim's family.
Further reading
Find more details on local safety efforts in the El Paso Violence section.
More information
To provide anonymous information to investigators, visit the Crime Stoppers of El Paso tip portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KFOX.
