The short version
- Telemundo Puerto Rico reported that police are seeking to interview a man with a criminal record for domestic violence, drugs and weapons in the killing of Yaneris Crespo Vázquez
- According to Primera Hora the body of the 36-year-old woman from San Lorenzo was found at 3:45 a.m. on Sunday on the pavement in sector Soto Monte of barrio Jagüeyes in Yabucoa
- Primera Hora reports the victim had no criminal record, no active protection orders and had not filed domestic violence complaints
- Telemundo Puerto Rico reported that a red Toyota vehicle that could provide relevant information has been identified
Investigation ongoing
Authorities are looking for a man they describe as a person of interest in the homicide of Yaneris Crespo Vázquez. Telemundo Puerto Rico reported the 36-year-old woman from San Lorenzo was found dead with gunshot wounds early Sunday morning in the barrio Jagüeyes area of Yabucoa. Primera Hora reported the body was discovered at 3:45 a.m. on Sunday in sector Soto Monte.
Sgt. Johan Cantres of the Humacao CIC Homicide Division told Telemundo Puerto Rico the individual has a criminal record for offenses related to domestic violence, drugs and weapons. Cantres said investigators have tried to contact him without success. "Hemos tratado de comunicarnos con esa persona y no nos contesta la llamada y estamos tratando de conseguirlo," he explained.
According to Primera Hora, family members and acquaintances of the deceased have been interviewed in search of clues. The outlet reported the victim worked at a bakery in San Lorenzo. The feminicide protocol was activated from the start of the inquiry.
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Vehicle identified
Telemundo Puerto Rico reported that investigators have identified a red Toyota vehicle that could provide relevant information to clarify the facts. The CIC Homicide Division of Humacao, along with the on-duty prosecutor and staff from the Institute of Forensic Sciences, are handling the case.
Primera Hora reported that Sgt. Johan M. Cantres, supervisor of the division, confirmed they are seeking the man to question him about possible knowledge of the facts or participation. The sergeant did not specify whether the man is an ex-partner or detail the leading theory because he has not been located.
Where the sources differ
Both sources agree that Yaneris Crespo Vázquez, 36, was killed by gunfire in barrio Jagüeyes, Yabucoa, early on Sunday, that the Humacao CIC Homicide Division is leading the investigation, and that a man is being sought for interview as a person of interest. Telemundo Puerto Rico states the man has a criminal record for domestic violence, drugs and weapons, that investigators have been unable to reach him by phone, and that a red Toyota vehicle has been identified. Primera Hora adds that the body was found at 3:45 a.m. in sector Soto Monte, that the victim had no criminal record or protection orders, that she worked in a bakery, that family and acquaintances have been interviewed, and that the feminicide protocol was activated. Only Telemundo Puerto Rico mentions the vehicle.
What the reports do not say
The reports do not state whether the person of interest has been located or interviewed since the articles were published, the precise time or circumstances of the shooting, any possible motive, whether the man was the last person seen with the victim, or any next steps such as charges or an arrest warrant. No information is given about possible witnesses beyond the interviewed relatives and acquaintances.
Sources
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- Reporting Buscan a persona de interés en asesinato de mujer en Yabucoa
- Reporting CIC busca persona de interés en caso del crimen de mujer en Yabucoa
How we checked this
Telemundo Puerto Rico and Primera Hora both covered the search for the person of interest and the basic facts of the discovery of Yaneris Crespo Vázquez's body. Details about the man's criminal record, the red Toyota and the exact quote from Sgt. Cantres rest solely on Telemundo Puerto Rico. Information on the victim's lack of record, her employment and the precise discovery time rests on Primera Hora.
Compiled by the PuertoRico.com News Desk from the reports and statements listed above, and checked against them before publishing. It does not include original interviews. Spot an error? Email support@puertorico.com with a link to this story.
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