Los Angeles

Simi Valley Mother of Five Fatally Stabbed; Boyfriend Charged with Murder

AI Assisted Icon
Published on September 30, 2024
Simi Valley Mother of Five Fatally Stabbed; Boyfriend Charged with MurderSource: Unsplash/Scott Rodgerson

A tragic incident unfolded in Simi Valley where a mother of five was fatally stabbed, allegedly by her boyfriend, authorities reported. The Simi Valley Police Department responded to a distressing call of domestic violence late Friday evening at a residence on California Avenue. According to NBC Los Angeles, the daughter of the victim made the 911 call stating that her mother was being attacked by the man she lived with.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered Jessica Tinoco, 34, suffering from multiple stab wounds including injuries to her face, chest, and abdomen, the dreadful scene painted a morbid picture of the violence that transpired there. After emergency services transported Tinoco to a hospital, she tragically succumbed to her injuries. The suspect identified as 34-year-old Raymond Rivas, was apprehended at the home and has since been charged with murder, as reported by Fox LA.

Rivas, who was on post-release community supervision at the time of the incident, now faces additional legal trouble for violating his probation. Law enforcement officials confirmed that Rivas was placed on hold due to the probation violation. Further details about the dynamics of the couple's relationship and the events leading up to the tragedy are still under investigation.