Reinaldo J. Fernández Maldonado testified in the trial of Elvia Cabrera Rivera that he saw the defendant’s daughter, Anthonieska Avilés Cabrera, with blood on her hands and clothing after the death of Gabriela Nicole Pratts Rosario. The testimony, delivered in Judge Luis S. Barreto’s court in Aibonito, describes a chaotic scene involving multiple individuals and a fatal stabbing.
Witness Describes Bloody Scene and Victim’s Final Moments
Fernández Maldonado, the brother-in-law of the victim, told the court he was speaking with several young men—identified as Luis, Papucho, Yandriel, Dylan, and Yeddiel—when he heard shouting and the sound of sneakers scraping the pavement. He testified that he ran toward his partner, Lismary, who was engaged in a fight.
According to the witness, he observed Karelin (the partner of Miriatny) attacking Gabriela Nicole, who was “eñangotao” (entangled/struggling). He placed Elvia Cabrera and Miriatny in close proximity to the victim. He specifically identified the victim as “Lela” because she was wearing a black outfit while crouching on the road.
The witness stated that after he separated Lismary from the fray, he heard Dylan shout Lela’s name. Upon looking, he saw Gabriela Nicole on the road, unresponsive with her eyes staring upward. He described her state as “trinca” (stiff/frozen). At that moment, he testified that he saw Anthonieska Avilés Cabrera covered in blood.
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Allegations of Nervous Behavior and Evidence Handling
Fernández Maldonado testified that Anthonieska and her mother, Elvia, appeared nervous while speaking to each other following the attack. He recalled that the victim was placed in Dylan’s Toyota Corolla to be transported to the hospital, accompanied by Lisandra and Paola.
While at the hospital assisting Lisandra with medical records in the Trauma Unit, the witness was informed that the victim had died. He later encountered his partner, Lismary, in the street, describing her as disoriented and screaming in disbelief upon learning of her sister-in-law’s death.
The witness also mentioned a conversation with Leshandra Pesante Rodríguez. According to Fernández Maldonado, Pesante Rodríguez told him that Elvia had been searching for something in her purse and subsequently handed the purse to her. However, the witness clarified during cross-examination by defense attorney Alberto Rivera Ramos that he did not personally see Elvia remove anything from the purse or hand it to anyone.
Defense Challenges Witness Observations
Under questioning by Alberto Rivera Ramos, Fernández Maldonado admitted he did not see who actually stabbed Gabriela Nicole. He further clarified that Leshandra Pesante Rodríguez did not specifically describe the object Elvia allegedly handled as a “punzón” (punch/spike) during their conversation.
Trial Schedule and Next Steps in Aibonito Court
The legal proceedings against Elvia Cabrera Rivera are ongoing in the Tribunal de Aibonito. The court has scheduled the continuation of the trial for Friday, July 17. Additional dates have been set from July 21 to July 24 to complete the presentation of evidence.
Case Summary Table: Key Testimony Points
| Observation | Witness Claim |
|---|---|
| Anthonieska Avilés | Seen with blood on hands and clothes. |
| Elvia Cabrera | Described as nervous; allegedly handled a purse. |
| The Attack | Witness did not see the actual stabbing. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the defendant in this case?
The defendant is Elvia Cabrera Rivera, currently facing a jury trial in Aibonito.
What did Reinaldo J. Fernández Maldonado testify about?
He testified that he saw the defendant’s daughter covered in blood and that the defendant appeared nervous after the death of Gabriela Nicole Pratts Rosario.
Did the witness see the stabbing occur?
No. During cross-examination, Fernández Maldonado confirmed he did not see who inflicted the fatal wound.
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