The case of Katherine Altagracia Guerrero De Aguasvivas, a Florida woman who was kidnapped and killed, has taken a new turn with the revelation that a deadly carjacking, the death of a tow truck driver, and the arrest of a deputy may all be connected. Sheriff Dennis Lemma announced during a press conference that the green Acura seen in the armed carjacking footage was located, and it was found to have been unregistered and using stolen license plates. The car had been towed from an apartment complex in Orange County, where tow truck driver Juan Luis Cintron Garcia was shot and killed the day before Aguasvivas was kidnapped. The suspect’s vehicle matched the description of the green Acura, and the scene of the murder had over 100 rounds fired, including unique 10mm rounds similar to those found where Aguasvivas’s vehicle was located.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that they believe the deadly shooting in Taft on April 10 could be related to the carjacking in Seminole County. Aguasvivas’s vehicle, a white Dodge Durango, was found burned in Osceola County with a body inside that has not been confirmed to be hers yet. Sheriff Lemma stated that she was “targeted” by the suspects who carjacked her. The suspects are still at large, and while Aguasvivas’s husband is not a person of interest or suspect, Lemma mentioned that he may be holding back information. It is believed that the husband has been cooperating with authorities during the investigation.
In a surprising development, Orange County Sheriff’s Office deputy Francisco Alberto Estrella Chicon was arrested by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office for allegedly using law enforcement resources to contact a detective investigating Aguasvivas’s death, and sharing information with the woman’s husband and brother. Chicon, who is the husband of a childhood friend of Aguasvivas’s family members, reportedly used a false name and claimed to be a detective when inquiring about the case. He now faces charges including disclosure of confidential criminal justice information, unlawful use of a two-way communication device, and unauthorized access to electronic devices. Orange County Sheriff John Mina stated that it is unacceptable for any law enforcement officer to misuse their power and authority.
The investigation into Aguasvivas’s death continues, with law enforcement working tirelessly to solve the cases and bring the perpetrators to justice. The possible connection between the carjacking, tow truck driver’s death, and the murder of Aguasvivas suggests a complex and dangerous situation. Despite the lack of confirmation of her identity from the Medical Examiner’s Office, it is believed that she is dead. The suspects remain on the loose, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. Sheriff Lemma emphasized the seriousness of the situation and the need for cooperation from the community to help bring closure to this tragic case.
The discovery of the green Acura, the shooting of the tow truck driver, the burned vehicle with a body inside, and the arrest of the deputy have added layers of complexity to the investigation. The unique 10mm rounds found at the murder scenes provide a potential link between the crimes. Sheriff Lemma’s announcement and the cooperation between different law enforcement agencies underscore the seriousness of the situation and the determination to bring the perpetrators to justice. The involvement of a deputy in the case highlights the importance of ethical conduct within law enforcement and the consequences of abusing power and authority. As the investigation progresses, more details may emerge, shedding light on the events leading to Aguasvivas’s tragic death.
