Neighbors in San Antonio, Texas, are mourning the death of a 17-year-old girl whose body was found in a drainage ditch near her home Tuesday night.
Kaitlin Hernandez went for a walk with a friend that night, but her body was later found lying in a ditch, News 4 San Antonio report Friday:
Please Share | Caitlin Hernandez was found dead early this morning after going for a walk with a friend in her Northeast Side neighborhood. Police are currently searching for a person of interest. https://t.co/uwHuVbwZoX pic.twitter.com/FeXubKzv5S
— News 4 San Antonio (@News4SA) March 14, 2024
The San Antonio Police Department said in a social media post early Wednesday morning. Asked Asking the public for help identifying persons of interest:
Just before 11:30 p.m. on March 12, 2024, SAPD officers were called to the 7600 block of Dell Oaks after a 17-year-old girl was reported missing by her family. Upon arrival, officers searched the drain and discovered the woman’s body.
If you have information leading to the identity of this person, please contact the SAPD Homicide Unit at 210-207-7635 and reference case number SAPD24055687.
Thursday, News 4 San Antonio share Images of people involved in the incident:
In Thursday’s update, the agency said I was grateful The public thanked the police officers who helped investigate the incident, adding: “A person of interest has been identified and is currently cooperating and assisting the investigation.”
According to the Bexar County Coroner’s Office, the young woman died of strangulation and blunt force trauma, and News 4 San Antonio reports that police have interviewed at least two men but have not yet arrested anyone. That’s what he said.
“Crimestoppers is offering a $5,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest. Callers can remain anonymous by calling 210-224-7867,” the outlet said. Stated.
A heartbreaking plea 💔 | Caitlin Hernandez’s aunt, Crystal Rodriguez, shared a heartbreaking plea to the public for help finding the suspect responsible for her niece’s tragic death. https://t.co/5KjkpMfLiB pic.twitter.com/uVPuNkXNUQ
— News 4 San Antonio (@News4SA) March 14, 2024
Hernandez’s body was nude. found According to Fox San Antonio, he was in a ditch. The boy’s mother, Angie Hernandez, told the magazine that it was her male friend who went for a walk with her, but her man returned without her.
Law enforcement took him into custody for questioning and also identified another person of interest in the incident, the report said.
Her mother said: “We need to find out who did this, because she didn’t deserve to be left there like an animal.” It’s so ugly and cruel. I don’t know what this person is thinking or why he targeted her. can not understand”:
Heartbreaking plea from family after 17-year-old Caitlin Hernandez’s death: https://t.co/5KjkpMfLiB
“We’re asking the public. We know someone saw something or heard something. You can remain anonymous if you’re scared.” pic.twitter.com/3r0Q6CYqAR
— News 4 San Antonio (@News4SA) March 14, 2024
neighbor collected A vigil will be held Friday to remember the young victim, and her family is hoping anyone with more information about the incident will contact authorities.
