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California DoorDash Driver Found Dead in Tesla Trunk
Man charged with killing DoorDash driver found in Tesla trunk after three-month investigation.
In brief
Man charged with killing DoorDash driver found in Tesla trunk after three-month investigation. A 39-year-old man in California was charged with murdering a DoorDash driver whose body was discovered in a Tesla trunk on Highway 152. Originally reported by Sfgate.
Arrest made
A 39-year-old California man charged with killing a DoorDash driver found dead in Tesla trunk.
Body discovered
Javier Becerril Jr., 42, found dead in Tesla trunk on Highway 152 July 9.
Investigation timeline
Three-month CHP investigation identified suspect using physical evidence and surveillance footage.
Arrest details
Salceda arrested on Oct 11 near Woodland gas station after tracking vehicle movements.
Charges and background
Salceda charged with murder, felon in possession of firearm, and 2010 criminal threats conviction.
Community impact
Fellow drivers erected memorial outside Safeway after Becerril's death.
The key point
A 39-year-old man in California was charged with murdering a DoorDash driver whose body was discovered in a Tesla trunk on Highway 152.
