Teenage Cheerleader Fatally Stabbed in Azusa by Ex-Boyfriend: Police Make Arrest
A tragic incident unfolded in Azusa just days before Christmas as a 17-year-old girl, identified as Angelina Camillia Gonzales by her family, was fatally stabbed by her ex-boyfriend. The Azusa Police Department swiftly responded to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon on North Soldano Avenue around 10 p.m. Friday, where officers discovered the young girl suffering from stab wounds. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, she was tragically pronounced dead shortly thereafter.
Suspect in Custody, Investigation Underway
The 18-year-old ex-boyfriend suspected of the heinous crime is currently in custody as officials work diligently to gather evidence and build a case against him. The Azusa Police Department has announced that the matter will be forwarded to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office for the potential filing of criminal charges, seeking justice for the young victim and her grieving family.
Family’s Heart-Wrenching Account
In a heart-wrenching account provided by Angelina’s stepfather, Robert Caraballo, to ABC7, it was revealed that the suspect lured Angelina from a cheerleading banquet to his residence, prompting a frantic search by her family members who eventually tracked her location through her cellphone. Caraballo emotionally recounted arriving at the scene only to be met with the grim reality of his daughter’s fate, expressing disbelief and anguish at the tragic turn of events.
A Devastated Family’s Plea for Support
Angelina’s family, reeling from the loss of their beloved daughter, has turned to the community for support in covering the funeral expenses through a GoFundMe page. Her mother, Leticia Pimentel Caraballo, poured her heart out in a poignant message, describing Angelina as a “perfect gorgeous Angel baby” with a heart of gold, expressing the profound devastation that has engulfed their family in the wake of her untimely demise.
As the community grapples with this senseless act of violence, the memory of Angelina Gonzales serves as a poignant reminder of the preciousness of life and the urgent need to address the scourge of domestic violence plaguing our society. In the face of such tragedy, may we unite in solidarity to support Angelina’s family and honor her memory with the love and compassion she so generously shared with the world.
