Desert Grave Ends First Date: Man Arrested

A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 21-year-old woman whose remains were found in a shallow desert grave. Domonic Rodolico, 24, was taken into custody by Glendale police.

Arianna Bailey Jones met Rodolico online, and they reportedly went on a movie date before heading to a remote desert area. Police allege the crime occurred there.

Rodolico initially claimed two unknown men attacked them, but his story shifted during questioning. Investigators noted he never reported the alleged attack, which they found highly suspicious.

Physical evidence, surveillance footage of Rodolico cleaning his vehicle, and cellphone data aided investigators in reconstructing the couple's movements. A movie theater concession cup found at the burial site helped connect the location to their date.

Jones' family reported her missing after several days of no contact. Her apartment showed signs of her prolonged absence, including her phone left behind and her dog crated without care.

Rodolico has a prior arrest history for theft-related offenses and was on probation at the time of his arrest. He is being held on a $2 million bond as authorities await further forensic results and the medical examiner's findings to determine the motive.