One of many FBI’s Ten Most Wished — accused of killing his spouse simply hours after their wedding ceremony in 2012 — was arrested in Mexico Thursday.
Arnoldo Jimenez, of Illinois, was captured in Monterrey and extradition proceedings to carry him again to the US have already commenced, based on authorities.
“The FBI is extremely appreciative of the Burbank Police Department, our law enforcement partners in Mexico, and the public for their tremendous investigative efforts and collaboration in the capture of Ten Fugitive Arnoldo Jimenez,” mentioned Douglas DePodesta, particular agent-in-charge of the FBI’s Chicago Area Workplace, in a press launch.
“The FBI will use all of its available resources to bring criminals to justice, no matter how much time has passed, or where they may be in the world.”
Jimenez, 42, allegedly fatally stabbed Estrella Carrera, 26, on Could 12, 2012 — the day after their wedding ceremony, based on the FBI.
The homicide is believed to have unfolded inside his black 2006 Maserati.
Authorities mentioned Jimenez then lugged Carrera’s physique into her condo in Burbank, In poor health., the place he left it in a bath.
She was later discovered together with her wedding ceremony costume nonetheless on.
Jimenez was needed on an arrest warrant after being charged with first-degree homicide on Could 15, 2012. Days later, he was moreover charged federally with illegal flight to keep away from prosecution.
Deputy Chief William Casey of the Burbank Police Division mentioned Jimenez’s apprehension “was the result of the tireless teamwork by the FBI and Burbank Police Department.”
“The FBI and Burbank Police Department were committed to bringing justice for Estrella Carrera and her family,” Casey added.
Jimenez was the 522nd individual to be named to the FBI’s Ten Most Wished record since its institution in 1950.
It was unclear if anybody would obtain the $250,000 reward the FBI supplied for data resulting in his arrest.
