On May 28, 2025, an Atascosa County jury found Casey Arguijo guilty of Assault on a Pregnant Person, a third-degree felony with a punishment range of 2 to 10 years in prison with the possibility of probation. The defendant elected to have the judge decide his sentence. On July 23, 2025, Judge Jennifer Dillingham sentenced Casey Jones Arguijo to eight years in prison for the 2021 assault of his then-pregnant girlfriend.
During trial, jurors heard compelling testimony from the victim, who described the physical and emotional abuse she endured at the hands of Mr. Arguijo. She recounted how he held her down, twisted her arm, and threw a water bottle at her. She also testified that he physically harmed her pet, grabbing the cat by the neck, choking it, and throwing it against a wall. The victim further detailed a history of prior abuse, including incidents that left her with visible injuries such as a black eye and busted lip.
At the sentencing hearing, another former partner of Mr. Arguijo—who shares children with him—testified about similar patterns of abuse and controlling behavior she experienced during their relationship. Her current partner also provided testimony regarding Mr. Arguijo's troubling conduct. While Mr. Arguijo denied the allegations when he took the stand in his own defense, audio recordings presented in court contradicted his claims, capturing instances of verbal abuse directed at both witnesses. He stated he had changed since those recordings were made.
The District Attorney’s Office extends its sincere gratitude to the brave survivors who traveled from out of state to testify, ensuring accountability not only for their own experiences but for others who have endured similar abuse. To the jury for their undivided attention, listening to the testimony and evidence and holding this defendant responsible for his actions.
Special thanks are also extended to Amanda Villarreal of Safer Path Family Violence Shelter for providing expert testimony for the jury into the dynamics of domestic violence, to Officer Matthew DeLeon—formerly of the Pleasanton Police Department for his thorough investigation, and to Andrew Flores of the Adult Probation Office for his detailed presentence investigation report that helped guide the sentencing decision. Thank you, Assistant District Attorneys Erika Price and Audrey Vasquez Martinez, for working hard to seek justice in this case.
This case reflects the continued commitment of the District Attorney’s Office to pursuing justice for survivors of domestic violence and holding offenders accountable.
-Audrey Louis, 81st Judicial District Attorney
