Monterey County investigators have identified the body found along the Pajaro River levee as Jesus Alfonso Duarte Figueroa, a 36-year-old previously reported missing. Discovered on April 10, his remains were found buried near the bridge connecting Pajaro and Watsonville. Following a forensic examination, authorities are now treating the case as a homicide. They are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward and contact the Sheriff's Office, with options to provide tips anonymously.
The Monterey County Sheriff's Coroner division identified the decedent Monday as 36-year-old Jesus Alfonso Duarte Figueroa of Watsonville, previously reported missing.
Duarte Figueroa was located April 10 buried in the ground west of a bridge that connects Pajaro and Watsonville.
Authorities have shifted their investigation from a missing persons case to a homicide following a forensic examination.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Monterey County Sheriff's Office.
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