HOUSTON, TX – It’s been a week since the body of Samuel Custer was discovered in his hatchback, parked in a garage on the West Side, yet the circumstances of his death remain elusive. As the Houston Police Department struggles with the investigation due to the absence of a clear cause of death, Custer’s family is enveloped in a cloud of grief and unanswered questions.
Julia Narcisse, Samuel’s sister, recounts how her brother was on a path to betterment, focusing on his children and avoiding trouble. However, the lack of consistent information from the police has left her and her family in turmoil.
Custer’s relatives, having traveled from various states, have gathered in Houston to support his mother in her search for truth. Initially told that Samuel’s death was a homicide, they were later informed otherwise, adding to their confusion and frustration.
Joy Custer, another family member, expressed her anger about the lack of updates from the police, questioning why they must travel downtown for any news. The family has not yet been able to see Samuel’s body, further delaying their grieving process.
Houston police officials have stated that the decomposition of Custer’s body is hindering the autopsy, prolonging the determination of the cause of death. While they have not dismissed any possibilities, they currently lack definitive answers.
The delay is a source of anguish for the Custer family. A member from Colorado shared the void left by Samuel’s absence, emphasizing their close bond. The silence from him is a constant reminder of their loss.
The family fears that vital evidence is being lost as time passes without progress in the investigation. Despite their calls for a murder investigation, the police maintain that without a medical examiner’s conclusion, their options are limited.
As the days drag on, the family clings to the hope of finding closure, yearning for answers in a situation that remains shrouded in mystery.