Overview
- Investigators say two unidentified male genetic profiles were recovered from the suspect’s home, while five profiles already match named victims.
- Relatives of missing men are asked to give samples on business days from 8:00 to 13:00 at Urquiza 462, with collection open through February 28.
- Matías Jurado stands accused of five counts of aggravated homicide under charges of ensañamiento, alevosía y placer, which carry the maximum penalty.
- Preliminary testing on evidence taken from the residence was positive for blood, and forensic genetics forms the backbone of the prosecution’s case.
- Jurado remains in preventive detention at the Gorriti unit until at least April 4, a psychiatric evaluation deemed him criminally responsible, and he continues to deny involvement.