A popular North Texas rockabilly singer, who performed with such legendary groups as The Cavaliers, was fatally shot Tuesday in Arlington.
This is a follow up to the Crime Time item that appeared late Tuesday, the one titled, "Arlington man killed in 'domestic' incident."
It turns out popular rockabilly singer Rudy Mata, 56, (shown here) was from Kennedale.
Police said his son-in-law, David Merrill (
right), was in custody Wednesday, facing a charge of murder.
"I can't believe someone could get that upset with Rudy," said band mate Neil Scheckels. "I never heard him say a bad word about anyone."
Read more in this report by Domingo Ramrez Jr.
Also, learn more about Mata in this YouTube video of the Cavaliers performing "Last Kiss 2008."
Such a tragedy: ( My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Posted by: Zonia Milan | September 27, 2012 at 06:20 AM
Our family will miss Rudy . We have lost a great person and talent in this world. Christ be with you Rudy on your next journey.
Posted by: Luke Newcomb | September 27, 2012 at 10:13 AM
I am heartbroken that I have lost one of my best friends and I love his family dearly, Prayers for you all!
Posted by: Leon Fatherree | September 27, 2012 at 01:25 PM
I had just seen him in July here in Albuquerque, New Mexico, he was loved by so many , and hated by none ,I was just fixing to send him a picture of his late mother and father when they were young . What a tragedy is all I can say ,a part of my heart is now missing and always will be . Rest in Peace my Brother.
Posted by: Ruben Sanchez | September 27, 2012 at 05:48 PM
Prayers and sympathy sent to Rudy's family. He had a voice of an angel and it was a blessing to have been able to hear it and to have met him. Leon Fatherree and Sherrie (Leon's daughter)
Posted by: sherrie maloney | September 27, 2012 at 08:30 PM