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Man gets 20 years in 2024 Temple fatal shooting
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Matt McGovern , FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
BELL COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - A Temple man has been sentenced to 20 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) in connection with a fatal November 2024 shooting. According to Bell County, Kevin Jaramillo Ramirez was found guilty for the murder of Paolo Tescari, of Temple, on Friday,...
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Key takeaway According to Bell County, Kevin Jaramillo Ramirez was found guilty for the murder of Paolo Tescari, of Temple, on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Why this matters in The Waco
The sentencing of Kevin Jaramillo Ramirez to 20 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice brings closure to a tragic event that shook the Temple community. This case is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of violent crime in McLennan County's neighboring areas. As the Waco area continues to grapple with public safety concerns, the outcome of this trial may have implications for how local law enforcement and prosecutors approach similar cases in the future. The fact that the shooting occurred in November 2024 and the sentencing took place over a year and a half later highlights the often lengthy and complex process of seeking justice in fatal crime cases. Residents of Waco and surrounding communities will be watching to see how this outcome may influence the handling of violent crime cases in the region.
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Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? BELL COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - A Temple man has been sentenced to 20 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) in connection with a fatal November 2024 shooting. According to Bell County, Kevin Jaramillo Ramirez was found guilty for the murder of Paolo Tescari, of Temple, on Friday,...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 24, 2026 by FOX 44 News (KWKT) and curated for The Waco readers.
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