A quiet Oxnard neighbourhood has been rocked by the brutal murder of a married couple found dead in their home with multiple stab wounds, sending shockwaves through the Southern California community.
Police discovered the bodies of 38-year-old Josue Fletes-Arellano and his 39-year-old wife Raudel Fletes-Arellano after responding to a welfare check at their residence on Saturday afternoon. The grim discovery has left investigators scrambling for answers in what appears to be a targeted attack.
Community in Shock
Neighbours expressed disbelief and horror at the violent deaths in their typically peaceful community. "They were quiet, kept to themselves," one resident told local media, describing the couple as friendly but private.
The Oxnard Police Department has launched a full-scale homicide investigation, with forensic teams spending hours processing the crime scene for evidence. Authorities have confirmed both victims suffered multiple stab wounds, though they have not released specific details about potential suspects or motives.
Desperate Search for Answers
Investigators are now piecing together the couple's final movements and appealing to the public for any information that might lead to breakthroughs in the case. Police vehicles remained stationed outside the home throughout the weekend as detectives conducted door-to-door inquiries.
"This is a tragic loss for our community," said Oxnard Police Chief Jason Benites in a brief statement. "We're dedicating all available resources to finding whoever is responsible for this heinous act."
The murders mark one of the most violent incidents in Oxnard this year, raising concerns about community safety in the Ventura County city. Local residents have organised candlelight vigils while authorities work tirelessly to track down the perpetrator behind this devastating double homicide.
