Lenin Núñez de León arrested in Dominican Republic

Lenin Jhericop Núñez de León was arrested at Las Américas International Airport upon his arrival from Miami, following an international arrest warrant issued by the Dominican Republic's Ministry Public. He is a suspect in the death of Enmanuel Contrera Medina.

Núñez de León has denied fleeing the country to evade justice, stating that he was in the United States as an international student on a scholarship for over four years. He maintains that his departure was legal and that he returned voluntarily to face the authorities and clarify the facts of the case. He also rejected allegations regarding identity changes or criminal records.

Family members have defended Núñez de León, describing him as an exemplary student and noting that he traveled to the U.S. legally to pursue his education. They assert that he returned to resolve the legal situation and that other individuals may be involved in the incident.