Police authorities in the La Araucanía Region have announced the arrest of the primary suspect in the recent femicide of Francisca Millahual in Temuco. The operation, which resulted in the individual's apprehension, marks a significant breakthrough in the investigation led by the Public Prosecutor's Office.
The news was confirmed late Sunday night. Security teams are continuing to gather evidence at the scene to clarify the exact sequence of events that led to the victim's death.
An ongoing judicial process
The case is currently under formal investigation. In accordance with Article 04 of the Criminal Procedure Code, the accused must be presumed innocent until a final judicial sentence proves otherwise; therefore, the charges remain subject to review throughout the legal process.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding the suspect's identity or his prior relationship with the victim. The detainee is expected to be brought before the Temuco Guarantee Court in the coming hours for a detention hearing and formal arraignment.
This incident has renewed calls from institutions to prevent gender-based violence. The National Service for Women and Gender Equity (Sernameg) reminded the public that the 1455 hotline is available for specialized guidance, alongside the Carabineros' 149 number, which is available for reporting situations of risk or violence against women.
Police maintain a presence in the area as technical forensic examinations ordered by the local prosecutor's office are carried out. The case remains ongoing, and further updates are expected as the judicial proceedings advance.