Leslie Martínez Colin, a 30-year-old stylist and mother of two, was murdered by her ex-partner Alejandro Alberto after a history of domestic violence and threats. Leslie had separated from Alejandro approximately two years prior due to repeated abuse. On April 30, 2023, Leslie left her home and entered Alejandro's vehicle, after which she was not seen alive again. Her body was found 16 days later in Guerrero. Alejandro confessed the crime to his mother but remains at large, with an arrest warrant issued. The suspect's family initially reported him missing, contradicting his confession.
Country: Mexico
State/Province: Mexico City, Mexico
City/Region: Mexico City
Incident Type: Domestic Violence Homicide
Relationship Status: Separated
Relationship Duration: Approximately 2 years (dating before separation)
Incident Date: April 30, 2023
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How the relationship or connection began.
Approximately 2 years (dating before separation)
Important relationship phases recorded for this case.
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Contributing factors and possible motives from the available sources.
2023-04-30
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Domestic Violence
The relationship was characterized by controlling and aggressive behavior from the suspect, including physical abuse, stalking, and threats. Despite separation, the suspect continued to harass and threaten the victim, culminating in lethal violence. The escalation pattern included documented assaults and death threats, with jealousy as a key trigger.
Police used cell phone tower data and CCTV footage to track movements from Mexico City to Guerrero. An arrest warrant was issued for Alejandro, who remains at large. The suspect's family initially filed a false missing person report but later disclosed his confession. The victim's body was found by a civilian scavenger. Witness testimonies corroborate history of abuse and stalking.
Initial confusion arose from the suspect's family reporting him missing while he was in possession of the victim's confession. The exact location and circumstances of the homicide remain unclear, as does the current whereabouts of the suspect.
Leslie left her home on April 30, 2023, and entered Alejandro's vehicle. A phone conversation allegedly triggered jealousy, leading to the fatal incident. Alejandro briefly returned home before fleeing. The victim's body was discovered 16 days later. The suspect confessed to his mother, who informed authorities. Tracking data and CCTV footage confirmed movements and timeline.
High risk due to history of physical violence, threats of lethal harm, stalking behavior, and refusal to accept separation. The suspect's possession of firearms and aggressive tendencies increased danger.
Early signs of escalating violence, stalking, and threats post-separation are critical warning signals. Persistent harassment and refusal to accept relationship termination can lead to lethal outcomes. False missing person reports may be used to mislead investigations.
History of physical abuse, death threats, stalking, and harassment after separation.
CCTV footage of victim entering suspect's vehicle, cell phone tower data tracking movements, witness statements about suspect's violent history.
Medical examination confirming strangulation, CCTV footage, cell phone data, suspect's confession to mother.
Mother of suspect and victim's brother provided testimonies about suspect's violence and stalking. A third party reported hearing struggle and distress during victim's final phone call.
Follow-up reports revealed the suspect's confession and contradicted initial missing person claims by his family.
Exact location and circumstances of the homicide; current whereabouts of the suspect.