Woman Who Left Boyfriend Zipped in a Suitcase Is Convicted of Murder
In a shocking and disturbing case that has captured national attention, a woman has been convicted of murder after she left her boyfriend zipped in a suitcase and then failed to help him when he called out for help.
Sarah Boone, 42, was found guilty of second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr., 42. The couple had been engaged in a game of hide-and-seek at their home in Winter Park, Florida when Boone zipped Torres inside a suitcase and left him there for hours.
According to court documents, Boone told investigators that she and Torres had been drinking alcohol and playing the game when she zipped him inside the suitcase. She then went upstairs to bed and fell asleep, leaving Torres trapped inside the suitcase.
At some point during the night, Torres called out for help and pleaded with Boone to let him out. However, Boone reportedly ignored his cries for help and did not release him from the suitcase. When she finally opened the suitcase the next morning, she found Torres unresponsive and not breathing.
Boone called 911 and attempted to perform CPR on Torres, but it was too late. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
During the trial, prosecutors argued that Boone’s actions were reckless and showed a disregard for Torres’s life. They presented evidence that Boone had sent text messages to Torres while he was inside the suitcase, taunting him and making fun of him.
Boone’s defense attorney argued that the incident was a tragic accident and that Boone did not intend to harm Torres. However, the jury ultimately found Boone guilty of second-degree murder.
The case has sparked outrage and disbelief, with many questioning how someone could leave their partner trapped in a suitcase and then ignore their cries for help. The judge described the case as “senseless and inexcusable” and handed down a sentence of 25 years in prison for Boone.
The tragic death of Jorge Torres Jr. serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of reckless and irresponsible behavior. It is a heartbreaking reminder that domestic violence and abuse can take many forms, and that no one should ever be subjected to such cruel and inhumane treatment.
As we mourn the loss of Torres and seek justice for his senseless death, we must also strive to create a society where such acts of violence are not tolerated and where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Jorge Torres Jr. as they continue to grieve and seek closure in the wake of this devastating tragedy.