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NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 19, 2026Hillsborough

U.S. Marshals and Mexican authorities capture California homicide suspect in Puerto Vallarta

Antoni Tercero Covarrubias, a 41-year-old man wanted for second-degree homicide in California, was arrested by Mexican authorities in Puerto Vallarta. The suspect was located near a tourist area and has been transferred to immigration authorities to facilitate the legal process between the two countries.

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Why It Matters

The arrest marks the resolution of a fugitive case involving a serious criminal charge, requiring coordination between U.S. and Mexican law enforcement agencies.

Key Facts

  • Antoni Tercero Covarrubias, 41, was arrested in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
  • The suspect was wanted by U.S. Marshals for a second-degree homicide charge in California.
  • The arrest was facilitated by the use of drones and the Mexican Cyber Police.
  • The suspect was apprehended near the Malecón tourist area in Puerto Vallarta.
  • The suspect has been handed over to immigration authorities for further processing.

Who's Mentioned

personAntoni Tercero Covarrubias“Suspect wanted for second-degree homicide in California.”locationPuerto Vallarta“Location of the suspect's arrest.”organizationU.S. Marshals“Federal agency seeking the suspect.”locationCalifornia“Jurisdiction where the homicide charge originated.”