Atizapán multi-homicide: Suspects detained in death of Camilo Séptimo musician

Camilo Séptimo Jonathan Meléndez Atizapán de Zaragoza multihomicide cryptocurrency theft

Two suspects, Diego Sebastián “N” and Gerardo “N”, remain in pretrial detention at the Barrientos prison following the multi-homicide of Jonathan Meléndez, a musician and founder of the band Camilo Séptimo, in Atizapán de Zaragoza, State of Mexico.

The victims included Meléndez, his pregnant wife Ana Paula Barragán, their three-year-old daughter Sofía, and domestic worker Aleyda Romero. Authorities also noted the death of the family's pet. The suspects face charges of qualified homicide, interruption of pregnancy, and animal cruelty.

Investigators believe the motive was the theft of a hardware wallet containing millions of dollars in Bitcoin. Evidence presented by the State of Mexico Prosecutor's Office includes security footage, witness testimony, and items found in a getaway vehicle, such as gloves and adhesive tape. One suspect allegedly attempted to bribe police with 1.5 million pesos during his arrest.

A hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, to determine if the suspects will be formally charged, following a defense request to extend the constitutional term for evidence gathering.

Entities

Atizapán de Zaragoza · Camilo Séptimo · Diego N · Diego Sebastián 'N' · Diego Sebastián N · Fiscalía General de Justicia del Estado de México · Gerardo 'N' · Gerardo N · Jonathan Meléndez · State of Mexico Prosecutor's Office

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[● 6 SOURCES] The suspected motive was the theft of a hardware wallet believed to contain millions of dollars in Bitcoin. lajornadaestadodemexico.com · noticiasnrt.com · oncenoticias.digital · www.today.it · 2001online.com
[● 12 SOURCES] The next hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, to determine if the suspects will be formally charged. lajornadaestadodemexico.com · noticiasnrt.com · tribunademexico.com · codigoqro.mx · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · +7 more
[● 12 SOURCES] The judge ruled the arrests were legal and ordered the defendants to remain in pretrial detention at the Barrientos prison. tribunademexico.com · lopezdoriga.com · codigoqro.mx · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · lajornadaestadodemexico.com · +7 more
[● 2 SOURCES] The two defendants exercised their right to remain silent during the initial hearing. tribunademexico.com · lajornadaestadodemexico.com
[● 14 SOURCES] The suspects face charges of multiple homicide, interruption of pregnancy, and animal cruelty. www.informacion.es · oncenoticias.digital · lopezdoriga.com · tribunademexico.com · codigoqro.mx · +9 more
[● 14 SOURCES] Diego Sebastián 'N', a former business partner of the victim, is a primary suspect in the crime. noticiasnrt.com · oncenoticias.digital · tribunademexico.com · codigoqro.mx · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · +8 more
[● 9 SOURCES] The defense requested an extension of the constitutional term from 72 to 144 hours. www.informacion.es · www.diariodeleon.es · codigoqro.mx · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · oncenoticias.digital · +4 more
[● 3 SOURCES] The State of Mexico Prosecutor's Office presented approximately 70 pieces of evidence. tribunademexico.com · lajornadaestadodemexico.com · noticiasnrt.com
[● 14 SOURCES] The suspects are investigated for the qualified homicide of Jonathan Meléndez, his pregnant wife Ana Paula Barragán, their three-year-old daughter Sofía, and domestic worker Aleyda Romero. carlosmartinhuerta.com.mx · tribunademexico.com · codigoqro.mx · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · lajornadaestadodemexico.com · +9 more
[● 10 SOURCES] The suspects face charges of qualified homicide, interruption of pregnancy, and animal cruelty. codigoqro.mx · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · lajornadaestadodemexico.com · oncenoticias.digital · www.eldia.es · +5 more