Judge finds Marlon "N" guilty of femicide in Veracruz

A control judge has declared Marlon "N" guilty of the femicide of Monserrat Bendimes, whom he brutally beat to death in April 2021. The crime occurred in Boca del Río, Veracruz, a coastal city in the port region.

During the oral trial hearing, the judicial body delivered the guilty verdict against the defendant after reviewing the evidence presented. The sentencing hearing is scheduled for July 16, at which point the court will determine the prison term Marlon "N" will face.

The incident took place on April 17, 2021, when Marlon "N" physically assaulted his partner, Monserrat Bendimes, inflicting injuries that led to her death. Authorities initially identified Marlon "N" as the primary suspect, but he fled the scene. His parents, Diana "N" and Jorge "N", were briefly detained as alleged accomplices for aiding his escape before being released.

Marlon "N" was eventually apprehended in Mérida, Yucatán, in June 2022, initiating the trial that concluded with his conviction. The tragic case of Monserrat deeply affected Veracruz society and spurred legislative changes. Veracruz deputies approved a constitutional reform aimed at punishing family members who assist individuals who have committed crimes, reflecting the public outcry and demand for justice.