Roger Arteaga Gonzalez Sentenced to 60 Years for 2023 Assault

Roger Arteaga Gonzalez was sentenced to 60 years in prison after being found guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in Atascosa County, Texas. The sentencing followed a verdict reached on Wednesday in an Atascosa County courtroom, according to the 81st Judicial District Attorney’s Office.

Attack Occurred in December 2023

The charge originated from an incident in December 2023 involving Gonzalez and his ex-girlfriend. Authorities reported that Gonzalez attacked the woman with a knife while the two were driving. The Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office stated that deputies later found the woman stabbed, beaten, and covered in plastic in a pasture beside a roadway.

A nearby resident, identified as a veteran, spotted the victim and contacted 911. According to officials, first responders arrived quickly and provided medical assistance. The victim survived the attack despite sustaining significant injuries.

Law Enforcement Located Gonzalez in San Antonio

Following the initial investigation, multiple law enforcement agencies worked to locate Gonzalez. The San Antonio Police Department joined the effort and found him at a home in San Antonio. Officials confirmed that Gonzalez was wearing an ankle monitor at the time of the assault.

After the guilty verdict, Gonzalez elected to have the presiding judge determine his punishment. The judge imposed a 60-year prison sentence following the review of the case.

Case Concludes With Long-Term Prison Sentence

The 60-year sentence concludes the legal proceedings related to the December 2023 assault. Authorities emphasized the coordinated response between local deputies, first responders, and San Antonio law enforcement in resolving the case and locating the suspect.

The victim’s survival was attributed to the timely intervention of a passerby and emergency responders. No additional details about her current condition were included in the report.