Tragedy struck Chula Vista where Amanda Buchanan, a 7-Eleven manager set ablaze by her ex-boyfriend at her place of work, has died after being removed from life support. Following a brutal attack that left her with burns over 80% of her body, Buchanan succumbed to her injuries five days after the incident. According to NBC San Diego, her ex-boyfriend Jose Villanueva is now facing charges that include attempted murder, torture, and arson after initially pleading not guilty.
During the attack, Buchanan's coworker was also injured while trying to extinguish the flames and is reported to have sustained non-life-threatening burns. The Chula Vista Police Department stated the convenience store located near Broadway and L Street is temporarily closed, as detailed by CBS 8.
In memory of Buchanan and to aid her family in these times of sorrow, a GoFundMe page has been created by her best friend, Alma Ogden. The page seeks contributions to support funeral expenses, immediate needs for Buchanan's son Dominic, grief counseling, and legal resources in response to the domestic violence that culminated in this tragedy.
With Villanueva's next court appearance scheduled for September 6, the charges are expected to be modified in light of Buchanan's death.
