Commotion over brutal murder of a woman by her son in Antioquia

A tragic episode of domestic violence shook the early morning in the El Pombal neighborhood in Caldas, Antioquia.

Commotion over brutal murder of a woman by her son in Antioquia

TL;DR

  • A 26-year-old man is accused of murdering his mother, 45-year-old María Teresa Martínez, with a knife in Caldas, Antioquia.
  • Neighbors alerted authorities after hearing screams.
  • The alleged perpetrator attempted suicide and then attacked police officers, injuring one, before being subdued.
  • The suspect has prior records for drug offenses, criminal conspiracy, and personal injury.
  • The victim was reportedly a well-liked woman who had suffered constant aggression.