Tragedy struck the San Antonio community when 17-year-old Kaitlin Hernandez was discovered brutally murdered under a bridge in her neighborhood. Hernandez, described as a 'sweet' high schooler with a promising future, went missing after taking a walk with a male friend on the evening of March 12.
Concerned by her prolonged absence, Hernandez's family contacted the authorities, leading to the grim discovery of her naked body in a drainage ditch beneath a bridge on Dell Oak Drive. The cause of death was confirmed as strangulation by the Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office.
The San Antonio Police Department has detained the male friend as a person of interest in the case. While he is cooperating with the investigation, no further details have been released at this time.
Family members remember Hernandez as a loving and kind individual who had aspirations of becoming a veterinarian. Her tragic death has left the community in shock and mourning.
During a march in her honor, Hernandez's aunt, Crystal Rodriguez, appealed to the public for any information that could lead to justice for her niece. San Antonio Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward for details that could aid in the arrest of those responsible.
As the investigation continues, the community remains united in seeking closure and justice for Kaitlin Hernandez, a young life full of potential cut short by a senseless act of violence.
