Jorge Luis Martinez Apprehended in Mexico | Bakersfield News

Jorge Luis Martinez, a wanted fugitive from Bakersfield charged with murder and torture tied to a police officer’s relative, was finally captured in Jalisco, Mexico — thanks to a joint operation by Mexican authorities and U.S. Marshals. On the run since September after allegedly stabbing and abandoning a victim, he was located in the Ameca area following a tip. Meanwhile, another man with the same name and birthday faces separate charges in Stanislaus County, adding confusion to the case. Details about the alleged U.S. crime remain unclear as authorities continue to investigate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aca178d8269aa858