Argentine Fugitive Arrested in Oregon for 2023 Mexico Strangulation of Model Girlfriend
Argentine fugitive, wanted for the 2023 strangulation of his model girlfriend in Mexico, arrested in Oregon. Victim's sister expresses relief.
POLICY WIRE — Portland, Oregon — Authorities in Oregon have apprehended an Argentine fugitive wanted for the 2023 strangulation of his model girlfriend in Mexico. The suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed pending formal charges, was taken into custody following a coordinated effort between U.S. and Mexican law enforcement agencies.
The victim, Agostina Jalabert, was found dead in her Mexico City apartment on July 15, 2023. The case garnered significant media attention due to Jalabert’s prominence as a fashion model and the brutal nature of the crime.
“For us, this is like Christmas,” said Florencia Jalabert, the victim’s sister, upon learning of the arrest. “We have been waiting for this moment for so long.”
The suspect fled Mexico shortly after the murder — and had been the subject of an international manhunt. His capture in Oregon marks a significant development in the case.
Details surrounding the arrest, including the exact location and circumstances, haven’t been fully disclosed by authorities, who are expected to provide further information in an upcoming press conference.
This arrest underscores the collaborative efforts of international law enforcement in tracking down fugitives and bringing them to justice, regardless of geographical boundaries.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
