Manuel Omar Burciaga-Perea, who's charged with aggravated homicide within the 2021 taking pictures demise of Utah radio host Gabriela Sifuentes Castilla, higher generally known as Gaby Ramos, was arrested in Chihuahua, Mexico, on Thanksgiving Day. Taylorsville police
Gaby Sifuentes Castilla, 38, higher generally known as Gaby Ramos, a radio host for an area Spanish-language radio station, was shot and killed at her Taylorsville residence on Oct. 17. GoFundMe
After a monthslong manhunt, officers have arrested a person suspected within the 2021 killing of Gaby Sifuentes Castilla, higher generally known as Gaby Ramos, a beloved radio host for a Utah Spanish-language station.
Sifuentes, 38, was fatally shot in Taylorsville on Oct. 17, 2021. On Thanksgiving of this 12 months, police apprehended a person in Mexico who fled the county following the demise of Sifuentes. Manuel Omar Burciaga-Perea, 35, was arrested in Chihuahua, Mexico.
Burciaga-Perea, Sifuentes' ex-boyfriend, is charged with aggravated homicide, a first-degree felony, and accused of taking pictures her at shut vary. Sifuentes was shot seven occasions within the chest, arm and head, in line with charging paperwork filed in November 2021. She died of wounds at her sister's residence close to 2300 West and 5200 South regardless of the efforts of first responders. Burciaga-Perea and Sifuentes had been in a relationship however weren't collectively on the time of her demise.
Gaby Sifuentes Castilla, 38, higher generally known as Gaby Ramos, a radio host for an area Spanish-language radio station, was shot and killed at her Taylorsville residence on Oct. 17.
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Sifuentes' sister, Rocio Sifuentes, stated she could not consider it when her household heard that he had been arrested.
"I used to be in shock, then I used to be crying, I used to be like lastly, lastly, they acquired him," she stated Friday.
Taylorsville police decided that Burciaga-Perea fled to his hometown in Chihuahua, Mexico, after the killing. The police division didn't have the authority to detain Burciaga-Perea due to his standing as a Mexican citizen, prompting worldwide collaboration between Taylorsville police; the Salt Lake County District Legal professional's Workplace; the U.S. Marshals Service in Utah; the U.S. Division of Justice in Washington; the Mexican State Legal professional Normal's Workplace; and federal court docket in Mexico to execute a warrant for Burciaga-Perea's arrest.
"This might not have occurred with out the teamwork, perseverance and cooperation between places of work," Taylorsville Police Chief Brady Cottam stated in an announcement. "The method was tedious and painstaking, however we're grateful for this important step towards decision and justice."
Burciaga-Perea will likely be held with the Federal Justice Middle in Mexico, pending an extradition listening to based mostly on the Nationwide Code of Legal Procedures, police say.
Sifuentes, a well known member of Utah's Hispanic neighborhood, hosted the radio present "La Neta del Planeta," or "The Fact of the Planet," on La Mas Picosita (KMRI 1550 AM).
"I want that my sister was alive," Rocio Sifuentes advised reporters final 12 months. "She was a stunning girl. Actually courageous."
Taylorsville police have been dispatched to a verbal home argument at 5222 S. Autumn Park Drive (2310 West) about 1:20 a.m. on that day. Sifuentes' members of the family stated Burciaga-Perea had come over to confront his former girlfriend about an engagement ring. Burciaga-Perea compelled his manner into the home to seize the ring from Sifuentes' room earlier than leaving, in line with charging paperwork.
The household known as 911 once more about quarter-hour later to report that Burciaga-Perea had returned. As Sifuentes' sister was speaking to a 911 dispatcher, Sifuentes opened the entrance door the place Burciaga-Perea pointed a gun straight at her and shot her, the costs state. Burciaga-Perea then allegedly pointed the gun on the girl's sister after she ran to assist, forcing her to retreat. Sifuentes' 9-year-old daughter was within the residence on the time of the taking pictures.
Investigators stated Burciaga-Perea instantly turned off his cellphone following the killing and by no means turned it again on. Nevertheless, his Fb messenger was accessed the following day from Chihuahua, Mexico, in line with the costs.
Along with aggravated homicide, Burciaga-Perea can also be charged with aggravated housebreaking, a lfirst-degree felony; obstruction of justice, a second-degree felony; plus aggravated assault and home violence within the presence of a kid. third-degree felonies.
Sifuentes' household has spoken out since her demise in regards to the significance of home violence consciousness.
"Please, if you're in or know anybody that's in a home state of affairs that has been or could develop into violent don't stay silent. You might be necessary. You might be wanted. You might be beloved. There are sources accessible and those that care and can hear and assist," the marketing campaign states.
"She's going to ship a message for lots of women. We have now to take this dangerous state of affairs and make it one thing good," stated Juan Hernandez, Sifuentes' brother-in-law.
Home violence sources
Assist for folks in abusive relationships may be discovered by contacting:
- Utah Home Violence Coalition: Utah's confidential statewide, 24-hour home violence hotline at 1-800-897-LINK (5465)
- YWCA Girls in Jeopardy program: 801-537-8600
- Utah's statewide youngster abuse and neglect hotline: 1-855-323-DCFS (3237)
- Nationwide Home Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Contributing: Ayanna Likens