Video leads to discovery of body in Angeles National Forest – NBC Los Angeles

Introduction to the Case

Security camera video showed the husband of a missing Antelope Valley woman found dead in Angeles National Forest dragging what appeared to be a large object from the apartment where the couple lived with their three young sons, investigators said Tuesday.

The Missing Person Report

A missing person report was taken Aug. 12 by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for 33-year-old Sheylla Cabrera. During the investigation, detectives discovered the security camera video of her husband dragging something in "a large piece of material," possibly a sack, from the complex in the 500 block of Lancaster Boulevard in Lancaster.

The Search Efforts

The search for Cabrera centered on the wilderness area north of Los Angeles a day after she was reported missing. On Saturday, the Montrose Mountain Search and Rescue Team reported an object similar to the material that was seen being dragged from the home over the side of an embankment in Angeles National Forest.

Discovery of the Body

The material contained the body of Cabrera, authorities said. A cause of death will be determined by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Person of Interest and Arrests

Jossimar Cabrera, 36, has been identified as a person of interest in his wife’s death. He is believed to be in Peru, the sheriff’s department said. No arrests were reported in connection with the investigation Tuesday afternoon.

The Children’s Safety

The three children also were reported missing, but found safe Saturday and taken into protective custody in Peru.

Conclusion

The discovery of Sheylla Cabrera’s body in Angeles National Forest has led to a person of interest being identified in her husband, Jossimar Cabrera. As the investigation continues, the community awaits further updates on the case and the safety of the children involved.

FAQs

1. Who is the missing person in the case?
   The missing person is 33-year-old Sheylla Cabrera.
2. Where was the body found?
   The body was found in Angeles National Forest.
3. Who is the person of interest in the case?
   Jossimar Cabrera, 36, the husband of Sheylla Cabrera, is the person of interest.
4. What is the status of the children?
   The three children were found safe and taken into protective custody in Peru.
5. Have there been any arrests in the case?
   No arrests were reported in connection with the investigation as of Tuesday afternoon.