Forensic evidence has determined that 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray was sexually assaulted before she was killed and her body was dumped in a creek, according to reports. , which cited sources it did not name, reported Monday that results from the Houston Forensic Science Center confirmed that sexual assault took place. The results were shared with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office on Sunday, the outlet reported.
Illegal immigrants Johan Jose Martinez-Rangel, 22, and Franklin Jose Peña Ramos, 26, have been charged with in connection with Jocelyn’s death. 12-year-old girl found in creek had been sexually assaulted, Houston Forensic Science Center says — ABC13 Houston (@abc13houston) Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg had said that if sexual assault was found, the case would be eligible to be a death penalty case. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg provides update on Jocelyn Nungaray’s murder case after suspect’s court appearance.
Bond set at 10 million. They do want to pursue the death penalty based on results of tests. — Sarah Fields (@SarahisCensored) According to court documents, the suspects encountered the 12-year-old at a convenience store on June 16 and asked her for directions, reported.
Jocelyn was taken under a bridge, where she was held for two hours. She was tied, had her pants removed and was strangled, the documents said. Prosecutors have alleged that Martinez-Rangel admitted to tying her legs and had bite marks and/or scratches .
