San Jose, California — A California man who was already facing stalking charges has now been accused of killing his estranged wife, a case that prosecutors say followed months of alleged harassment, surveillance, and repeated violations of court-imposed restrictions.
Authorities allege that Pablo Aguileramora, 46, fatally stabbed his 45-year-old estranged wife on June 11, less than three months after his arrest in a separate stalking investigation.
The tragic case has drawn attention to the dangers of ongoing harassment and the challenges of protecting victims even after protective orders are put in place.
Prosecutors Detail Months of Alleged Stalking Behavior
According to the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office, Aguileramora and his wife had separated in April following a decade-long marriage.
Prosecutors allege that after the separation, Aguileramora became increasingly fixated on his estranged spouse.
Investigators claim he repeatedly appeared at locations connected to her life, including her workplace and church.
Authorities also allege he attempted to gain employment at the company where she worked and secretly placed electronic tracking devices on her vehicle.
According to prosecutors, Aguileramora was arrested in March after investigators accused him of slashing her vehicle tires, planting three electronic trackers in her car, and sending more than 100 text messages and voicemails.
Following that arrest, an emergency protection order was issued.
“On March 18, Aguileramora was arrested for stalking the victim, showing up at her work, slashing her car tires, implanting three electronic trackers in her car, and sending her more than 100 texts and voicemails,” prosecutors said.
Court Orders Were Already in Place
Court records indicate that Aguileramora was released while the stalking case remained pending.
As part of the conditions of his release, authorities required him to wear a GPS ankle monitor and prohibited any contact with the victim.
He was also ordered to remain at least 300 yards away from her home and workplace. Investigators say the victim previously reported seeing him near her residence on several occasions.
According to court documents, she told police he had appeared outside her home, called out her name, and repeatedly showed up at locations she frequented.
Despite those restrictions, prosecutors allege the harassment continued.
Victim Reportedly Identified Attacker Before Dying
Authorities say the fatal attack occurred at an apartment in San Jose where the woman had been staying.
Police responded to reports of a stabbing and found the victim suffering from multiple knife wounds. She was transported to a hospital for emergency treatment but later died from her injuries.
Before being taken from the scene, investigators say she provided a crucial statement to officers.
“Before being transported by emergency medical services, [the victim] advised patrol that her husband, Pablo, had stabbed her,” court documents state.
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That statement immediately focused investigators on Aguileramora as the primary suspect in the case.
Murder Charge Filed as Investigation Continues
Authorities allege that after attacking his wife, Aguileramora attempted to harm himself before being taken into custody.
He has since been charged with murder and remains at the center of the ongoing criminal case. The suspect is expected to return to court for a plea hearing later this summer.
Meanwhile, prosecutors continue to highlight the victim’s repeated efforts to seek help before the fatal attack occurred.
The case has renewed conversations about domestic violence prevention, enforcement of protective orders, and the risks victims can continue to face even after reporting threatening behavior.
As loved ones mourn the loss of the 45-year-old woman, investigators and prosecutors continue working toward what they hope will be accountability in the case.
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