Overview
- Security video shows the suspect forcing María Luzmar Caiti Rivero, 36, from a truck, beating her for minutes, then running her over near the Mercado Central around 18:38 on December 24.
- Police and market medics confirmed she died at the scene from severe head trauma, according to initial reports.
- The accused, identified as Gabriel Enrique Martínez Duchen, was stopped by a passing trucker and held by witnesses, and officers noted a strong smell of alcohol on his breath.
- Prosecutor Adrián Arribas ordered his detention on the charge of homicidio agravado por el vínculo, and a Volvo 420 with Bolivian plates loaded with bananas was seized.
- Investigators are analyzing camera recordings and taking statements, including from key witness Juan G. and the victim’s daughter, while the suspect told prosecutors he did not intend to kill.