Caysen Allison: Trial Begins for Alleged Texas Killer, Accused of Stabbing Classmate in High School Bathroom

The state and defense team rested their cases Friday in the murder trial of Caysen Allison, accused of killing a classmate in 2022.

According to KWTC, jurors are expected to return Monday for closing arguments and deliberations.

As previously noted by CrimeOnline, it was stated by prosecutors that at the age of 18, Allison stabbed Jose Luis “Joe” Ramirez Jr., also 18, multiple times during a dispute involving various students on May 18, 2022, at Belton High School in Belton.

Police arrested Allison shortly after the incident and found a folding knife near his home, covered in what appeared to be

During the trial, the State interrogated Ramirez’s stepbrother, Josh Rios, on Thursday, regarding his initial failure to provide information to the police about how the altercation began. Rios was among the six students present in the restroom at the time of the incident.

Rios responded by saying he was overwhelmed with emotions as he waited for his brother to emerge from surgery.

“I was experiencing a lot of emotions; my brother was in the hospital going into surgery. My brother was stabbed and killed,” he said.

According to Rios’ testimony, the confrontation between Caysen and Ramirez stemmed from a girl, although he confessed that he lacked many specifics about the situation. He also chose not to disclose the identities of all the boys in the restroom, claiming he was not acquainted with everyone present.

The incident involved Allison, Ramirez, and four other boys inside the bathroom on the morning in question. Ramirez had previously confronted Allison during an after-prom party after accusing Allison of behaving aggressively toward a friend’s date. The pair agreed to fight at a later time but bumped into each other in the bathroom beforehand.

Ramirez allegedly said that if they were going to fight, they should go ahead and fight in the bathroom, according to witness testimony.

Witnesses said the bathroom brawl was not planned and that Allison said he did not want to fight before Ramirez threw a punch at him. Allison then stabbed Ramirez multiple times, including in the chest, arms and buttocks.

NBC 6 reports that Corbin Ovalle testified further about Ramirez, saying he knew Ramirez had a”capacity to commit violence.”

Ovalle said Ramirez once attacked him during a fight at a backyard pool party. He said Ramirez lifted him and slammed him to the ground before two others joined in, beating and holding him down. Ovalle said the assault broke his nose and possibly his ribs.

Belton Police Captain Richard Spurgeon, who patrolled the school during the incident, testified after Ovalle. Spurgeon said he helped lock down the campus after the stabbing and closed the west end of Tiger Drive on orders.

Spurgeon also testified about his interview with Rios, stating that he didn’t think Rios was “very forthcoming” during their initial interview.

Following objections from the state, the jury viewed body camera footage from Spurgeon, which included scenes inside the school on May 3, 2022, as well as his initial questioning of Rios later that day.

The defense then highlighted a timeline issue, noting that the school lockdown was lifted at 11:45 a.m., while Caysen did not receive medical care until after noon.

During cross-examination, the prosecution questioned Rios about how long he had been at the hospital prior to his interview with Captain Spurgeon. Rios told the jury he had been there for three to four hours and expressed, “My brother’s life was on my mind.”

Caysen Allison’s mother, Denise Allison, then testified, recounting taking two photos of him, which showed blood on his face and a swollen lip. She said she wanted to ensure the injuries were documented.

The defense then rested its case, and the State had no further questions.

If convicted, Allison could face life in prison.

Check back for updates.

[Feature Photos: Joe Ramirez/Handout; Caysen Allison/Benton County PD]

You May Also Like

Israel and Trump agree to terms for 60-day ceasefire deal in Gaza, with a warning to Hamas to accept or face escalating consequences

DONALD Trump said that Israel has agreed in principle to a 60-day…

“Devastating Explosion Destroys Fireworks Warehouse in California, Prompting Evacuations”

A FIREWORKS warehouse in northern California was completely destroyed in a huge…

Helena from Love Island’s Incredible Transformation Photos

Love Island Helena Shocking Before And After Pics, From dark ombre hair…

Border Force agents break up human trafficking operation and detain Gambian citizen in small house who assisted in hiding £3 million in earnings

Witness the moment officials dismantled a multi-million dollar organization involved in smuggling…

“Grandfather Provides Insight into Motive of Idaho Shooting Suspect Wess Roley in Attack Leading to Two Firefighters’ Deaths”

The alleged shooter who led firefighters into the Idaho forest with a…

Dan Evans in 2025: How old is he, how tall, what is his wealth, and who is his girlfriend.

Dan Evans: Age, Height, Net Worth & Girlfriend in 2025, Age: 35 (born…

Jack Draper: His Age, Financial Worth, and the Growth of His Tennis Career.

Jack Draper: Age, Net Worth And Tennis Rise, Age: 23 (born December…

Toddler tragic death in Spain after being left in hot car on a scorching day

A TODDLER has died after being “forgotten” inside a car in Spain…

Discovering a Metal Box Containing Missing PA Woman’s Remains: Katlyn Harp’s Journey to Find Her Sister

Police say the sibling of slain Pennsylvania woman, Katlyn Harp, found her…

A tourist mysteriously disappears during vacation in Turks and Caicos with his wife after leaving their Airbnb accommodation

AN American tourist has vanished without a trace while on vacation with…

Teenager stabs Harvey Willgoose with hunting knife, claiming mental health issues, court learns

A 15-year-old schoolboy fatally stabbed a fellow pupil with a five-inch hunting…

The Mystery Unraveled: Why Eva Longoria Missed Lauren Sánchez’s Wedding

Eva Longoria appeared to snub friend Lauren Sánchez as she was a…