Here's the thing that will shock most Texans and folks around the country. As notorious as Texas is for applying the death penalty, this guy won't fry.
It's not Capital Murder under the facts as we know them. The DA would have to allege and prove another qualifying crime in conjunction with this murder in order for him to get the death penalty.
So, unless they get creative, this guy will face a life sentence, which is a minimum of 40 years, but possibly be eligible for parole after that.
Look for the DA to get creative.
Let's hope so. I'm not finding any humor in this either.