Marcelino Castro, a 28-year-old California resident, was arrested on Saturday after he confessed to killing two people in separate incidents. According to the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office and multiple reports, Castro first killed a friend on September 13 by strangling him and slitting his throat. Days later, he murdered another person who was unknown to him by strangulation and bludgeoning with a rock.
Key Takeaways
Marcelino Castro, 28, confessed to killing two people in separate incidents in San Jose. He led authorities to the bodies along the Guadalupe River bed.
- Marcelino Castro arrested after confessing to double murder
- Victims lured by offers of methamphetamine
- Authorities suspect possible additional victims
- Castro remains in jail without bail until next court appearance
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspect Confession Location | 1 Difference | DailyMail.com, Los Angeles Times say Castro first tried to turn himself in at the jail; CBS News reports he confessed directly to an officer on the street. | ▼ |
| Number Of Victims | Broad Agreement | Two victims confirmed, more possible | |
| Victim Luring Method | Broad Agreement | Lured by offers of methamphetamine | |
| Possible Additional Victims | Broad Agreement | Authorities suspect more victims may exist |
Suspect Confession Location
▼DailyMail.com, Los Angeles Times say Castro first tried to turn himself in at the jail; CBS News reports he confessed directly to an officer on the street.
Number Of Victims
Broad AgreementTwo victims confirmed, more possible
Victim Luring Method
Broad AgreementLured by offers of methamphetamine
Possible Additional Victims
Broad AgreementAuthorities suspect more victims may exist
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Castro lured both victims by offering to smoke methamphetamine with them. He initially tried to turn himself in at the Main County Jail in San Jose but was not believed by deputies. Subsequently, he went to the San Jose Police Headquarters where he confessed again and led officers to the locations of the bodies along the Guadalupe River bed.
Deputy District Attorney Michael Gadeberg described the case as unusual, noting that there appears to be no conventional motive other than a compulsion to kill. The area where the murders occurred is known to be frequented by people experiencing homelessness. Authorities have not ruled out the possibility of more victims.
Castro missed his first scheduled arraignment on Wednesday but appeared in court on Thursday with appointed legal representation. While the victims have not been publicly identified, a woman claiming to be the mother of one victim was present at Castro's hearing. He remains in jail without bail until his next court appearance scheduled for December 8.
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