Body of Missing Homestead Woman Found After Carjacking Incident in Central Florida

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12/04/2024 20h48

Authorities believe they have discovered the body of a Homestead woman who went missing after a harrowing carjacking incident in central Florida. The incident, which was captured on camera, has sparked a manhunt for the suspects involved in her killing.

The victim, identified as Katherine Altagracia Guerrero De Aguasvias, was abducted on Thursday after an armed suspect pointed a weapon at her at an intersection in Winter Springs, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office. The 31-year-old woman had been traveling north in a white Dodge Durango from Homestead until she reached Seminole County.

As she was driving, her vehicle was rear-ended by a green Acura. Guerrero De Aguasvias immediately called her husband to inform him about the incident, stating that someone was following her and had rammed her vehicle. Unfortunately, neither of them contacted emergency services.

Disturbing video footage taken by a witness shows a suspect wearing a black hoodie and what appears to be a Halloween or ski mask approaching the Durango from the Acura. The suspect pointed a gun at the driver and forced his way into the vehicle through the back driver's side door. Authorities believe the armed suspect then compelled Guerrero De Aguasvias to drive while holding her at gunpoint.

Law enforcement officials stated that the Durango continued to be driven into Osceola County, ultimately arriving at a construction area. Seminole Sheriff Dennis Lemma expressed his belief that the suspects were familiar with the area they directed Guerrero De Aguasvias to. Soon after, authorities received a report of a burning vehicle in the construction area. It is believed to be the Durango, and a body was found inside.

Although awaiting official confirmation through DNA or dental records, authorities suspect that the body discovered is that of Guerrero De Aguasvias. Investigations at the scene also led to the discovery of a dozen shell casings, which matched the caliber of the gun used in the carjacking.

Authorities are working to establish a motive for the killing, but Lemma stated that it appears the individuals in the Acura specifically targeted Guerrero De Aguasvias. The sheriff expressed confusion as to why Guerrero De Aguasvias and her husband did not contact emergency services during the incident.

Lemma shared that Guerrero De Aguasvias and her husband were associated with two South Florida businesses, a barbershop and a beauty salon. There is no known criminal history for either of them in the United States, leaving investigators with unanswered questions regarding the motive behind the attack.

The husband has been cooperating with authorities and providing them with information, although it remains unclear why Guerrero De Aguasvias was in Central Florida. Initially, it was reported that she was visiting family in the area, but according to Lemma, there are no known family members living in Central Florida.

The news of Guerrero De Aguasvias' abduction and subsequent killing has shocked friends and colleagues at the beauty salon in Florida City where she worked. Authorities are now focused on locating the green Acura and its occupants. The armed suspect is believed to be a white or Hispanic man, while the driver of the Acura is also suspected to be a white or Hispanic man.

Law enforcement officials are urging the public to exercise caution and to refrain from confronting the suspects if they are spotted. Instead, they should immediately contact 911 or the Seminole County Sheriff's Office with any information or sightings regarding the Acura.

As the investigation continues, the community remains in shock over this devastating and senseless crime. Authorities are committed to bringing the perpetrators to justice and providing answers for Guerrero De Aguasvias' grieving family and loved ones.

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