Winter Springs, Florida – Authorities in Winter Springs, Florida, have made significant progress in the investigation of a horrifying carjacking incident that resulted in the death of a woman. The case has taken unexpected turns, leading to multiple arrests and revealing intricate connections among the individuals involved.
The chain of events began on April 11 when a witness captured footage of an armed man in a black hoodie and mask attempting to carjack a white Dodge Durango in the Winter Springs area. Subsequently, gunshots were heard, and a vehicle was found ablaze in Osceola County, with a charred body identified as 31-year-old Katherine Altagracia Guerrero De Aguasvivas.
Law enforcement officials quickly zeroed in on the theory that Guerrero was targeted in the carjacking. According to reports, Guerrero’s husband received a distress call from her as she was being pursued by a green Acura. Despite the alarming situation, neither party contacted the authorities at that time.
In a press conference, authorities announced the arrest of Jordanish Torres-Garcia, a person of interest in Guerrero’s murder, after he was found to have connections to the vehicle used in the crime. Additionally, investigations uncovered links between Guerrero and Giovany Joel Crespo Hernandez, who was believed to have been in contact with the victim prior to her death.
Further complicating the case, state and federal officials discovered a potential connection between Guerrero’s murder and another homicide in the area. The investigation revealed parallels between the two incidents, including the presence of uncommon 10 mm shell casings at both crime scenes.
Additionally, an Orange County police deputy, Francisco Estrella, was apprehended for allegedly abusing his position to access confidential information related to the case. His actions raised suspicions of potential misconduct within law enforcement ranks, prompting a stern response from Sheriff John Mina of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
As prosecutors continue to gather evidence, Hernandez and Torres-Garcia remain persons of interest in Guerrero’s carjacking and murder. Meanwhile, Romero-Soto faces charges related to cocaine trafficking in Osceola County. The investigation is ongoing, as law enforcement officials strive to piece together the intricate puzzle surrounding this tragic event. Anyone with pertinent information is encouraged to reach out to the authorities to assist in the ongoing investigation.