Riverside County, CA – In a long-awaited breakthrough, murder charges have been filed against a man accused of killing a 31-year-old woman in Riverside County six and a half years ago.
Tragic Incident Recalled
The chilling incident unfolded on November 12, 2017. At approximately 3 p.m., the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department received reports of a woman shot on North Dillon Avenue. Upon arrival at the scene, authorities discovered Anna Meza, a San Jacinto resident, lying unresponsive in the street. Despite paramedics’ valiant efforts to revive her, the victim succumbed to her injuries and was declared deceased.
Lengthy Investigation Yields a Suspect
A comprehensive investigation commenced, leading authorities to identify 27-year-old Daniel Acevedo as the alleged assailant. Acevedo was apprehended on April 12 during a traffic stop in San Jacinto by the RCSD’s Major Crimes Unit.
Motive Remains a Mystery
Details surrounding the motive for the killing and whether Acevedo had any prior relationship with the victim have not been disclosed by authorities.
Charges Filed
Following a thorough review of the evidence, the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office filed murder charges against Acevedo on April 15.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation remains ongoing, and the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department urges anyone with information to contact Investigators Robertson or Adams with the Central Homicide Unit at 951-955-2777.
Quest for Justice
The arrest and charging of Daniel Acevedo in the cold case killing of Anna Meza is a significant step toward bringing justice for the victim and closure for her family. The ongoing investigation aims to shed light on the motive behind this senseless tragedy and ensures that all those involved are held accountable.
Data sourced from: ktla.com
