A Florida woman has been found guilty of second-degree murder after a chilling case involving her boyfriend’s tragic death. Sarah Boone, 42, was convicted by a jury on Friday evening in Orlando, following the death of 38-year-old Jorge Torres in their Winter Park home back in February 2020.
Background of the Case
Boone was arrested after a disturbing series of events unfolded. According to reports, she claimed that the couple had been playing hide-and-seek when Torres decided to climb into a suitcase for fun. After drinking that night, Boone said she went to bed, believing that Torres would be able to escape from the suitcase without help.
However, when Boone awoke the next morning, she found Torres unresponsive inside the suitcase. She immediately unzipped it and discovered him in a dire state. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office detectives later charged Boone with murder after they found video evidence on her phone. The recordings reportedly captured Torres pleading for help, gasping for air, and calling Boone’s name, revealing a far more sinister reality than what she initially portrayed.
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Details from the Trial
During the trial, which lasted ten days, Boone claimed she acted in self-defense. She argued that previous violent incidents between them made her feel threatened and justified her actions that night. Disturbingly, one of the videos featured Boone saying, “Yeah, that’s what you do when you choke me,” hinting at a tumultuous and abusive relationship.
An autopsy revealed multiple injuries on Torres, including scratches on his back and neck, contusions on his shoulder, skull, and forehead, as well as a cut near his lip, indicating he had suffered blunt force trauma.
Jury Deliberation and Sentencing
After approximately 90 minutes of deliberation, the jury found Boone guilty. She had maintained her innocence throughout the trial but was ultimately convicted based on the evidence presented.
Boone’s case had been delayed for several years due to her frequent changes of attorneys since her arrest. The sentencing is set for December 2, 2024, where Boone faces a possible sentence of up to life in prison.
A Florida woman has been found guilty of second-degree murder after a chilling case involving her boyfriend’s tragic death. Sarah Boone, 42, was convicted by a jury on Friday evening in Orlando, following the death of 38-year-old Jorge Torres in their Winter Park home back in February 2020.
Background of the Case
Boone was arrested after a disturbing series of events unfolded. According to reports, she claimed that the couple had been playing hide-and-seek when Torres decided to climb into a suitcase for fun. After drinking that night, Boone said she went to bed, believing that Torres would be able to escape from the suitcase without help.
However, when Boone awoke the next morning, she found Torres unresponsive inside the suitcase. She immediately unzipped it and discovered him in a dire state. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office detectives later charged Boone with murder after they found video evidence on her phone. The recordings reportedly captured Torres pleading for help, gasping for air, and calling Boone’s name, revealing a far more sinister reality than what she initially portrayed.
Details from the Trial
During the trial, which lasted ten days, Boone claimed she acted in self-defense. She argued that previous violent incidents between them made her feel threatened and justified her actions that night. Disturbingly, one of the videos featured Boone saying, “Yeah, that’s what you do when you choke me,” hinting at a tumultuous and abusive relationship.
An autopsy revealed multiple injuries on Torres, including scratches on his back and neck, contusions on his shoulder, skull, and forehead, as well as a cut near his lip, indicating he had suffered blunt force trauma.
Jury Deliberation and Sentencing
After approximately 90 minutes of deliberation, the jury found Boone guilty. She had maintained her innocence throughout the trial but was ultimately convicted based on the evidence presented.
Boone’s case had been delayed for several years due to her frequent changes of attorneys since her arrest. The sentencing is set for December 2, 2024, where Boone faces a possible sentence of up to life in prison.
