The tragic case of Savannah Soto, a pregnant teenager, and her boyfriend Matthew Guerra has shocked the San Antonio community and raised significant concerns about violence and crime in the area. The investigation into their deaths has led to multiple arrests, including that of 19-year-old Christopher Preciado and his father, 53-year-old Ramon Preciado.
This blog post will detail the events surrounding the murders, the suspects involved, and the implications of this case.
The Background of the Case
On December 21, 2024, Savannah Soto, who was nine months pregnant and due to give birth shortly, and her boyfriend Matthew Guerra were last seen alive. They had reportedly gone to meet Christopher Preciado at his home for a drug deal involving marijuana. According to police reports, tensions escalated during this encounter, leading to a violent confrontation.
The following day, family members reported Soto missing when they could not reach her. Concerned for her safety, they searched local hospitals and contacted law enforcement. A CLEAR Alert was issued on Christmas Day after authorities received information about Soto’s disappearance.
Discovery of the Bodies
On December 26, 2024, the bodies of Soto and Guerra were discovered in a parked vehicle at an apartment complex in San Antonio. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office later confirmed that both victims had died from gunshot wounds—Soto from a gunshot wound to the head and Guerra from a contact gunshot wound to the head as well. This grim discovery marked the beginning of a complex investigation into their deaths.
Arrests Made
Shortly after the bodies were found, investigators identified Christopher Preciado as a suspect. He was arrested on January 3, 2025, and charged with capital murder as well as abuse of a corpse. His father, Ramon Preciado, was also arrested and charged with similar offenses related to concealing human remains.
According to police affidavits, Christopher Preciado claimed that during the drug deal, Guerra pointed a gun at him. In what he described as self-defense, he “manipulated” the weapon, resulting in both Soto and Guerra being shot. Authorities believe that after the shooting, Christopher drove Guerra’s vehicle to dispose of the bodies.
Evidence and Investigation
A critical piece of evidence in this case was one of the victim’s cell phones found in Guerra’s vehicle. Investigators discovered that this phone had recently searched for directions to the Preciados’ address on Google Maps. Surveillance footage from nearby locations captured both Preciados’ vehicle around the time of the murders.
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Ramon Preciado allegedly admitted to police that he assisted his son in moving the bodies to the location where they were later found. He was seen on surveillance video exiting his vehicle at the apartment complex where Soto and Guerra were discovered.
Additional Charges and Legal Proceedings
As investigations progressed, additional charges were filed against Christopher Preciado for capital murder concerning the death of Soto’s unborn child, named Fabian. This has further complicated legal proceedings as prosecutors consider seeking harsher penalties due to the nature of the crimes involved.
Myrta Romanos, another individual connected to this case who is reportedly related to both suspects (being Christopher’s mother), was also charged with tampering with evidence and abuse of a corpse after she was seen on surveillance footage returning home with them on the night of the incident.
Community Impact and Reactions
This case has sparked outrage within the San Antonio community as it highlights issues related to violence among young people and drug-related crimes. Many residents are calling for increased safety measures and greater accountability for those involved in such violent acts.
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The families of both victims have expressed their grief over losing their loved ones in such a brutal manner. Matthew Guerra’s family noted that he had previously faced threats due to his involvement in drug sales, raising questions about how such situations can escalate into fatal confrontations.
Conclusion
The murders of Savannah Soto and Matthew Guerra are tragic reminders of how quickly life can change due to violence fueled by drugs and conflict. As legal proceedings unfold against Christopher Preciado and his father Ramon, along with potential additional charges against others involved in this case, it is crucial for communities to reflect on these issues and work towards solutions that prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
The loss felt by both families will serve as a somber reminder of lives cut short by senseless violence.