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Father charged with murder, daughter missing
29 May
Summary
- Man faces murder charges for partner's death.
- Five-year-old daughter is subject of an AMBER alert.
- Suspect allegedly fled to Mexico with the child.
A Los Angeles man faces murder and child abuse charges following the death of his partner and the abduction of their five-year-old daughter. Ruben Fregosojuarez is accused of killing his girlfriend around Monday, May 25, 2026. He allegedly fled to Mexico with their daughter, Daleza, prompting an AMBER alert.
Daleza was last seen with her father on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Surveillance footage appeared to show them at a parking garage near the U.S.-Mexico border. The father's vehicle was found at the San Ysidro Point of Entry, but neither he nor the child were located.
Investigators learned that Fregosojuarez intended to flee the country. His wife was found dead on Monday, May 25, 2026. Authorities are actively seeking information on their whereabouts and are working with federal and Mexican law enforcement.
