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Tucumán Killing: Autopsy Confirms Fatal Head Blows in Case of Woman Found in Dump

The homicide unit is leading the case with no arrests.

Overview

  • Erika Antonella Álvarez, 25, was identified after her body was found wrapped in bags at a waste site in Manantial Sur by women collecting recyclables.
  • Forensic findings cite severe craniofacial trauma with cervical dislocation as the cause of death, indicating extreme violence.
  • Investigators estimate the killing occurred roughly 36 to 40 hours before the discovery, shortly after her last known contact.
  • The case is under the Feria Homicide Unit led by prosecutor María del Carmen Reuter, with the ECIF collecting biological samples and other evidence.
  • Family members recognized her by tattoos after learning of the discovery on social media, and her mother recalled a final WhatsApp exchange in which Erika planned to visit for lunch and later demanded justice.