Arrest Made in Tragic Nestor Double Homicide of Mother and Daughter

A breakthrough in a deeply distressing case has brought a glimmer of justice to a heartbroken community. Authorities have announced the arrest of Jose Murillo-Adame, 27, in connection with the brutal double homicide that claimed the lives of Maria “Susy” Garcia and her daughter, Jessica Garcia, in San Diego’s Nestor area.

The tragic events unfolded on February 10, when residents in the 1400 block of Santa Cruz Street, near Bonita Road in Chula Vista, were shattered by the sounds of a violent argument followed by gunshots.

Responding swiftly to a 911 call, officers from the San Diego Police Department arrived to a horrific scene. They discovered 24-year-old Jessica Garcia unresponsive in the front yard. Inside the home, her mother, 43-year-old Maria Garcia, also lay fatally wounded. Both victims succumbed to their injuries at the scene.

The investigation quickly intensified as SDPD Homicide detectives took the lead, meticulously gathering evidence and following leads.

Their efforts soon pointed to Jose Murillo-Adame as the prime suspect. A troubling detail emerged: Murillo-Adame was identified as Maria Garcia’s ex-boyfriend and, tragically, Jessica Garcia’s father. Furthermore, a restraining order had been in place against Murillo-Adame, which he had reportedly violated previously, leading to an earlier arrest.

As the net tightened, authorities learned that Murillo-Adame had fled across the border into Tijuana, Mexico.

The pursuit of justice then became a collaborative effort, involving the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit, the United States Marshals Service, and Mexican authorities. This international cooperation proved successful, leading to Murillo-Adame’s apprehension in Tijuana on February 20.

Following his arrest, Murillo-Adame was extradited back to San Diego to face the grave charges against him.

He has been booked into county jail on two counts of murder, and his arraignment was scheduled for February 23, 2024. The arrests and subsequent legal proceedings offer a crucial step towards accountability for the devastating loss of life.

The tragic deaths of Maria and Jessica Garcia sent shockwaves through their neighborhood and beyond.

Friends and neighbors expressed their profound grief and disbelief, remembering the mother and daughter as cherished members of their community. While the arrest provides a measure of relief, the profound sorrow and the difficult path to healing for those who knew and loved Maria and Jessica will undoubtedly endure.