Man Charged with Femicide After Killing Partner in Tres Ombúes

A 22-year-old man has been charged with femicide for the murder of his partner, Valeria Mederos, in the Tres Ombúes neighborhood. The accused confessed to the crime during a court hearing, though he also claimed the victim had attacked him first.

During the hearing, prosecutor Andrea Naupp read the accused's statement, which included his confession. He was also charged with prior domestic violence offenses. Neighbors reported hearing the woman pleading with him to stop hitting her and to "deal with men," indicating a history of abuse.

Valeria Mederos had been reported missing the previous Thursday, and her remains were discovered on Sunday. They were found in a disused refrigerator at the back of the residence she shared with the accused. The man reportedly attacked her with a bladed weapon.

The accused has a criminal record, including a homicide charge from 2010. Judge Alejandro Asteggiante ordered him to be held in preventive detention for 180 days. A psychiatric evaluation was also requested by his public defender, with his medical history to be reviewed. An initial urgent evaluation indicated that the perpetrator was capable of self-determination and was aware of his actions.

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She was the one who supported the household, and despite that, he did not accept leaving the home.