EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The man who died while he was in El Paso police custody last month has been identified, and authorities are now addressing the autopsy findings released by the El Paso County Medical Examiner’s Office.

TABC investigates after man dies in police custody in West El Paso

Paul Dominguez died on December 28, 2025 after police responded to a “drunk disturbance call” at 4907 Crossroads Drive. An autopsy report reportedly determined that the manner of death for Dominguez was a homicide.

On Wednesday, Jan. 21, El Paso police released the following statement:

“The El Paso Police Department (EPPD) is aware of the autopsy findings released by the El Paso County Medical Examiner’s Office regarding the December 28, 2025, death of Paul Dominguez. We understand that incidents like this are deeply concerning; the department remains committed to a transparent and thorough examination of the facts.”

The Police Department adds that there are currently three separate investigations underway, conducted by EPPD’s Crimes Against Persons unit, the Texas Rangers, and EPPD’s Internal Affairs Division. The findings of these investigations will be submitted to the El Paso County DA’s Office.

“The El Paso Police Department acknowledges the community’s concerns and remains committed to sharing information as it becomes available. In the interest of preserving the integrity of these ongoing investigations, no further details can be released at this time. We appreciate the public’s patience and will provide updates as the process moves forward,” the Police Department said.

TABC investigates after man dies in police custody in West El Paso

Police reported in December that a 50-year-old man, who has now been identified as Dominguez, was drinking at the bar and was subsequently kicked out. He was then seen jumping on top of cars in the parking lot and was placed under arrest when officers arrived at the scene.

Police say that while placing Dominguez was under arrest, he resisted, and force had to be used by officers.

He was then placed into custody and was put in a police unit, and became unresponsive.

Police then took him out of the vehicle and began performing CPR. Medical personnel arrived and took over to perform CPR. Dominguez was taken to a hospital, where he later died.

KTSM is awaiting the autopsy report from the medical examiner. We will update this story as more information becomes available.

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