A man from Lancaster has been extradited from Peru to face charges related to the murder of his wife. Jossimar Cabrera is accused of killing Sheylla Gutierrez and disposing of her body in a forest. He was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport on Friday evening.
Timeline of Events
- August 12: Sheylla Gutierrez reported missing.
- August 16: Gutierrez’s body discovered in the Angeles National Forest.
- Late August: Cabrera arrested in Peru.
- Recent Friday: Extradited to the U.S.
Details of the Murder Case
Sheylla Gutierrez, aged 33, was found at the bottom of an embankment. The discovery was made days after her family reported her missing.
Authorities revealed that surveillance footage showed Cabrera dragging a heavy object from their apartment complex. This object, wrapped in material, matched the condition of Gutierrez’s body when it was discovered.
After Gutierrez’s disappearance, Cabrera fled to Peru with the couple’s three sons. By August 16, Peru’s foreign ministry announced it had facilitated the children’s return to Los Angeles to reunite with their mother’s family.
Current Status of Jossimar Cabrera
Upon his return to the U.S., Cabrera was booked at a Los Angeles County sheriff’s station for murder. The extradition process was supported by U.S. Marshals alongside homicide detectives and the sheriff’s Major Crimes Bureau Fugitive Task Force.
This case highlights the ongoing collaboration between international and local law enforcement agencies in tracking down suspects accused of serious crimes.
Conclusion
The extradition of Cabrera marks a significant development in the investigation into Sheylla Gutierrez’s murder. As the case progresses, it continues to draw attention to issues of domestic violence and the complexities of international law enforcement.
