An arrest has been made in connection to a homicide in Port Lavaca.

On Thursday, November 5, 2009, Port Lavaca Police found the body of Mr Carrol Fondran, 68, in his home on S. San Antonio.

Thursday, November 12, 2009, three detectives returned to the house to look for more evidence. Detective searched storm drains and dumpsters in the area. At the corner of Nueces and MLK, they removed the cover of a manhole and found bloody clothing and a knife covered in what they believe to be blood. They also found evidence that identified that the clothing belonged to David Arredondo, 34, who lived in the trailer next to the victim's home.

Arredondo was already booked at the Calhoun County Jail on unrelated charges. He was questioned by Port Lavaca Police, booked back in the jail and charges were filed against him.

The investigation into the homicide is ongoing.