### Primary Article: Husband of Gabriela Gutiérrez Charged as Alleged Mastermind Behind Her Femicide
Manuel N., the husband of nurse Gabriela Gutiérrez from the Maternal and Child Hospital, has been formally charged as the suspected intellectual author of her femicide. The tragic event occurred on July 12, 2024, outside their home in Mariano Matamoros Sur, Tijuana.
Gabriela was returning home after her shift, driving her gray Ford Focus, when a man in a black hoodie intercepted and fatally shot her around 8:35 a.m. During the initial investigation, evidence pointed towards Manuel. Gabriela and Manuel began their relationship in 2010 and married in 2014, having two children together: a 17-year-old son and a 5-year-old daughter.
Witnesses recounted that over the years Manuel became increasingly possessive and violent. He frequently lost jobs, which forced Gabriela to work multiple jobs to support the family. Their relationship deteriorated, leading to their separation, though they continued living in the same house due to financial constraints.
In early 2023, Gabriela started dating someone new, which likely triggered Manuel’s jealousy. By December 2023, his behavior escalated as he caused a scene at her workplace party. Multiple text messages between Gabriela and her close ones documented his threats and erratic behavior.
Manuel reportedly demanded a sum of money from Gabriela to move out, which she managed to borrow, giving him until July 12 to leave. Fearing for her safety due to his family’s criminal connections, she suspected he might have installed a GPS device on her car.
According to testimonies and CCTV footage, on the day of the murder, a blue Volkswagen Jetta with “Infinitum” branding and a black Volkswagen were seen circling the vicinity of the crime scene. One witness, approached by a man named Jesús N. on July 11, received instructions to drive “a person” for a payment of 1000 pesos. The next morning, he complied, driving a man dressed in a black hoodie, carrying a white box containing a gun to the crime scene.
After the murder, Jesús N. revealed that Manuel hired him because Gabriela was allegedly unfaithful. Manuel even discussed life insurance policies and speculated about the causes of women’s murders, mentioning infidelity as a reason.
Gabriela died at 19:40 hours from gunshot wounds to the head. Following the evidence and testimonies, Manuel Isidro N. has been charged with femicide. He remains in preventive custody pending further investigation.
Gabriela’s family, particularly her cousin Alejandra Ramírez Aguilar, expressed relief at the judge’s decision, though they acknowledged the emotional turmoil of removing Manuel, the father of her children, from their lives.
### Secondary Article: Update on Violence Against Women in Baja California
In the growing concern over violence against women in Baja California, another headline-grabbing case is the mysterious death of a local musician, Jazz, which is under rigorous investigation. Authorities remain tight-lipped about the details, but early reports indicate possible foul play.
Additionally, two men in Ensenada were recently detained under charges of domestic violence. The court issued preventive detention to ensure the victims’ safety during the investigation.
The tragic story of Leslie, a woman killed within her own home, further exemplifies the issue of femicide in the region. Her case is currently in court, with prosecutors pushing for a stringent sentence for the perpetrator.
Local advocacy groups continue to highlight the urgent need for effective measures to protect women and ensure justice. A recent initiative in the region commemorated the International Day of the Disappeared, underscoring the continuous fight against gender-based violence and forced disappearances.
Government and law enforcement agencies are urging citizens to report any suspicious activities and assure that they are ramping up efforts to tackle these heinous crimes.