In the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, a 37-year-old Caucasian female named Ashleigh Louise Figearo was tragically killed on January 8, 2023. A mother of three, Figearo was discovered by her neighbors inside her home in the 200 block of North 17th Street. She had sustained a fatal gunshot wound and was found at her kitchen table. Known for her free spirit and love for her children, her sudden death sent shockwaves through her community.
Investigations into her death revealed a grim narrative.
It is believed that the perpetrator gained entry into her apartment through a back door that she often left open for her cat. This seemingly small detail provided the opportunity for the suspect to enter her home. The investigation quickly pointed to 42-year-old Jesus Gonzalez. A 9mm cartridge left at the scene was traced back to three previous shootings, one of which had led to Gonzalez's arrest in January 2022.
Jesus Gonzalez was apprehended in the Los Angeles area a week after Figearo's death and awaited extradition to Las Vegas to face charges of murder and burglary. His criminal history, dating back to 2002, included charges of robbery, burglary, and possession of a stolen vehicle. It was reported that on the day of the murder, Gonzalez had stolen a friend's car.
Further investigations linked Gonzalez to two other homicides that occurred within a day of Figearo's death, painting a picture of a brief but violent spree. In addition to the murder of Ashleigh Figearo, he was also charged with the killing of Jose Soto and Cynthia McClelland. Prosecutors have announced their intention to seek the death penalty against Gonzalez for these crimes. Ashleigh Figearo is remembered by her family and friends as a beautiful and loving mother, daughter, and sister who had a passion for life, travel, and her business, which involved finding vintage treasures.
