Arrests related to McAllen football player’s death continue to climb

Arrests stemming from the McAllen party where a Nikki Rowe football player suffered a fatal injury continue to climb.

On Friday morning, police said authorities arrested Emma De La Cruz and Mateo Castillo, both 17, who they suspect of organizing the party where a fee was charged and alcohol was made available to minors. They are charged with furnishing alcohol to a minor.

That party happened last Saturday and Adan De La Cruz, who attended, died after suffering an injury when he slipped off a gazebo’s roof while attempting to jump into a pool.

He died on Wednesday afternoon.

Also on Wednesday, police announced the arrest of Heron Hernandez Jr., 17, who is also charged with furnishing alcohol to a minor. He’s accused of being one of the party’s hosts and collecting entrance fees.

The party was advertised on social media and tickets were sold for $10 prior to the party and there was a $15 entry fee on the day of the party.

The party happened in the 4700 block of North Bentsen Road.

Police have also arrested 51-year-old Jaime De La Cerda Islas and his son, who is a juvenile, for the same allegations.

Emma De La Cruz received a $25,000 bond on Thursday and was transported to the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Center. She posted bond and bailed out that same day.

Castillo is scheduled for an appearance in McAllen Municipal Court on Friday.

The Nikki Rowe Student Council, meanwhile, said via Facebook that a vigil for De La Cruz is going to be held Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Rowe Football Field.

Funeral arrangements for Adan De La Cruz are being held Saturday.

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