Son sentenced to 40 years for masterminding mother's murder in Quito

A court has sentenced Bolívar A. to 40 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of his mother, Mónica Páez, 70, in Quito. The crime, which occurred in March 2025 in the Rumipamba sector, shocked the community when Páez was shot outside a church.

Investigations by the Prosecutor's Office revealed the assassination was premeditated. Bolívar A., who was already incarcerated at the El Inca detention center for a previous conviction, used his confinement to coordinate the attack. Security footage showed individuals conducting surveillance before assailants on a motorcycle shot Páez.

The motive for the murder, according to the prosecution, was for Bolívar A. to seize his mother's assets. He allegedly collaborated with individuals from his inner circle. One of the alleged hitmen involved in the attack died while also being held at the El Inca facility.

Other individuals faced varying sentences. Juliana P. was convicted as a co-perpetrator and received a reduced sentence for cooperating with the investigation. However, Juan Francisco, Páez's grandson, was acquitted. Another grandson, José Daniel A., remains at large with an active arrest warrant.

The victim's family has closely followed the judicial proceedings. While most cases have concluded, the legal process for the fugitive grandson remains open. The court's ruling in this complex family crime marks a significant judicial outcome.