Eight linked to process for murder of Roxana Guzmán; accused of qualified homicide

A judge has ordered eight individuals to stand trial for their alleged involvement in the kidnapping and murder of Roxana Berenice Guzmán Ramírez, owner of the news portal Pulso Informativo del Sureste. The judge found sufficient evidence to proceed with charges of qualified intentional homicide.

The eight detainees – identified as Javier Iván “N” (alias “Delta 1”), José del Carmen “N” (alias “Delta 7”), Luis Arturo “N” (alias “Delta 11” or “El Pelón”), Karen Monserrat “N” (alias “La Hiena”), Julio César “N”, Luis Enrique “N”, Juan Carlos “N”, and Ismael “N” – are considered innocent until proven guilty. However, the court determined there is enough evidence to suggest their participation in the events of June 2.

On that date, Guzmán was allegedly abducted from her home in Nanchital by armed individuals. The linking to the process signifies that the judge believes there are probable grounds to hold a trial.

Notably, three of the individuals facing charges are members of the Municipal Police of Ixhuatlan del Sureste, raising concerns about law enforcement's potential role in the crime. The investigation continues as authorities seek to establish the full circumstances surrounding Guzmán's death.