California Man Charged with Murder After Roommate Found Buried in Backyard

Richard Thomas Martinez was arrested following the discovery of his roommate's remains in Riverside, California.

Police were alerted to the situation after Bradley Minder, 31, was reported missing for several days.
During the investigation, Martinez allegedly confessed to killing Minder during an altercation.
Cadaver dogs and detectives discovered freshly disturbed soil in the backyard, leading to the recovery of Minder's body.
Martinez has been charged with first-degree murder and is being held without bail at the Robert Presley Detention Center.
The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities seeking additional information from the public.