Man Sentenced to 37 Years for 2020 Feminicidio in Isla Mujeres
Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo — A judge has sentenced Jimy José Catzín Sanguino to 37 years and six months in prison for the 2020 feminicidio of his partner, the Quintana Roo State Prosecutor’s Office announced.
During the oral trial, prosecutors presented testimonial, expert, scientific, and circumstantial evidence that proved Catzín Sanguino’s full responsibility in the crime, leading to the conviction.
Attack at Victim’s Home
According to the investigation, on April 26, 2020, Catzín Sanguino went to the victim’s home, where he had a romantic relationship with her. An argument escalated into a physical attack. The woman suffered multiple stab wounds from a sharp weapon, causing her death from hemorrhagic shock.
The suspect was arrested the following day, April 27, 2020, in Isla Mujeres under a judicial arrest warrant.
In addition to the prison term, the judge ordered Catzín Sanguino to pay a fine of 195,480 pesos and 623,493.20 pesos in material damages.
Javier Mendez covers public safety, law enforcement, and legal affairs in Quintana Roo. He monitors official reports from the FGE (State Prosecutor's Office), the Mexican Navy, and municipal police to deliver accurate English summaries of crime, trafficking cases, arrests, and court rulings affecting the Riviera Maya region.Javier has been covering crime and public safety news since 2023, reporting on cases ranging from felony arrests and human trafficking investigations to court proceedings and organized crime-related incidents across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal. His reporting provides English-speaking residents and travelers with reliable, timely information about safety conditions in Quintana Roo's major tourist destinations.Javier works closely with official government sources and press offices to verify facts before publication, and maintains an archive of law enforcement communications to provide context for ongoing stories. He is dedicated to accurate, factual reporting on complex safety issues that affect both residents and visitors to the region.For story tips: javier@rivieramayanews.mx
