Jesus Velasquez is a nurse who works at the mental hospital where Lafayette Reynolds' mother Ruby Jean is a patient. He is a male witch, or brujo. He is gay and takes an interest in Lafayette, although he does not approve of the fact he deals drugs. Jesus introduces Lafayette to witchcraft, magic and acting as a medium to communicate with spirits. He is compassionate and selfless.Background: He is a member of Marnie's coven. He was born in Catemaco, Veracruz, Mexico.