California – A California man was arrested and charged with the murder of a chiId after the bo‘s body was discovered two weeks ago. The victim, Oskar, was last seen on March 28 when he traveled by train from his California home to visit 43-year-old Marlo in another city.
He was expected to assist with jersey preparations. When the child failed to return, his family reported him missing two days after his trip to the mentor’s home. Four days later, his body was found along a roadside, approximately 60 miles from his home.
The 43-year-old defendant now faces one count of murder with special circumstance allegations of committing Iewd acts with a child. These charges make him eligible for the death penalty or life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.
Additionally, he is charged with assault with intent to commit a se-ual offense concerning a separate incident involving a 16-year-old boy in February 2024. If convicted on this charge, he could face up to six years in state prison. Authorities in California believe the defendant killed the victim while doing or attempting to complete Iewd acts with the child.
The investigation commenced promptly following the child’s disappearance. Authorities in California collaborated to locate the missing teen. During this period, the defendant was arrested on an unrelated se-ual assault warrant from February 2024. This arrest led to further investigations, uncovering additional allegations of se-ual misconduct involving other minors. The combined efforts of various law enforcement agencies culminated in the discovery of the child’s body and the subsequent charges against the 43-year-old man.
Following the tragic discovery, the victim’s mother, GIadys, expressed profound grief, describing her son as a joyful child who loved sports. A vigil was held in his memory, highlighting the community’s sorrow and support for the grieving family. Neighbors recalled the defendant as a sports mentor who often had children playing s0ccer at his home, adding a layer of shock and disbelief to the allegations.
Beyond the charges related to the victim’s death, the defendant faces allegations of se-ual misconduct involving other minors. In 2022, he is accused of assaulting a 14-year-old boy, and in February 2024, he allegedly attempted to commit Iewd acts with a 16-year-old. These incidents have prompted authorities to urge any additional victims or individuals with pertinent information to come forward.
Reports indicate that the 43-year-old defendant is a SaIvadoran national residing in the United States without legal authorization. This aspect has drawn attention from federal immigration authorities, though California’s sanctuary laws may limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
Authorities in California continue to investigate the defendant’s background and activities, seeking to identify any additional victims and fully understand the extent of his alleged crimes.