Suspects in toddler’s death formally charged
Manoah Tuiasosopo
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A Yuma mother has been formally charged for the murder of her two-year old-son, Kano Aguerro.
KYMA spoke with both sides of the two-year-old Kano’s family and shared what they had to say about this tragedy.
20-year-old Angelina Vasquez and her boyfriend, 23-year old Miguel Garcia are facing three felony charges.
They are first-degree murder, child abuse, and the abandonment or concealment of a dead body, all three charges tied to domestic violence.
KYMA spoke with Kano’s father Ethan Aguerro outside of the court house about thoughts in which he replied “A mix of emotions, everything. I was just trying so hard not to yell. It’s just really difficult. Like I said, I really don’t have much to say. I just want justice for my son,”.
KYMA also learned that investigators believe this all happened sometime between March 7 and May 30 of this year.
Manoah Tuiasosopo spoke with the younger brother of the boy’s mom, Hector Vasquez, who recalls the last time he saw his nephew.
“Halloween. He was dressed up as Spider-Man. He was happy when seen me and my daughter. I just really miss him,” he stated.
He says he and his sister had a tough upbringing but makes it clear he is not defending his sister’s actions.
“I lost my sister and my nephew Kano. My sister is not a victim and she has whatever comes her way. I hope the judge gives her what she deserves,” Vasquez explained.
KYMA asked him if he knew much about the boyfriend, 23-year-old Miguel Garcia, but he replied “No. The few things I would hear about him was through my sister when we used to work together.”
The case remains in its early stages, but the victim’s father says he’ll keep fighting for justice.
“It’s still in progress. It’s still set at where it was from the start. We’ve got another upcoming court date and I will be there,” Aguerro shared.
Investigators as well as the families still trying to piece the puzzle together.
Vasquez added, “Just one more thing. If anyone has any information who was close to my nephew Kano, doesn’t matter if it’s small, just give it to them.”
Both suspects still have their bonds set at $2 million cash only and will be back in court next week.