Two individuals face charges in the brutal stabbing death of a Fort Campbell soldier from Mesquite, Texas.
At a Glance
- Fort Campbell soldier Katia Dueñas Aguilar was found dead in her Clarksville, Tennessee home in May
- Autopsy revealed Aguilar suffered 68 stab wounds to her neck and upper body
- Sofia Rodas, 35, charged with first-degree murder and tampering with evidence
- Reynaldo Salinas Cruz, Aguilar’s husband, charged with tampering with evidence
- Both suspects were previously held on unrelated federal charges before extradition to Clarksville
Brutal Murder Shocks Military Community
The military community has been left in shock after the announcement of charges in the horrific murder case of a Fort Campbell soldier. Katia Dueñas Aguilar, a dedicated servicewoman from Mesquite, Texas, was found dead in her Clarksville, Tennessee home last May. The gruesome nature of the crime has sent shockwaves through both military and civilian populations.
According to law enforcement officials, two individuals have been charged in connection with Aguilar’s death. Sofia Rodas, 35, faces charges of first-degree murder and tampering with evidence, while Reynaldo Salinas Cruz, identified as Aguilar’s husband, has been charged with tampering with evidence.
Fort Campbell soldier's husband and woman charged in brutal stabbing death of the 23-year-old in Tennessee https://t.co/WoFgFOMRQd
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The details of the crime are nothing short of horrifying. An autopsy revealed that Aguilar suffered an astounding 68 stab wounds to her neck and upper body. The cause of death was officially ruled a homicide due to sharp-force injuries, painting a picture of a violent and merciless attack.
Aguilar, who enlisted in the Army in 2018, was a valued member of the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, 101st Airborne Division. Her untimely and violent death has highlighted the risks that service members face, even when they are not on the battlefield.
Both suspects were previously held on unrelated federal charges before being extradited to Clarksville to face the charges related to Aguilar’s murder. The swift action by law enforcement in bringing these individuals to justice demonstrates a commitment to protecting those who serve our country.
As the legal proceedings begin, the community of Clarksville and the broader military family await answers and justice for Katia Dueñas Aguilar. The case serves as a somber reminder of the importance of supporting and protecting our service members, both on and off duty.
