 Arrest Made in Connection to Death of Texas Cheerleader: Suspect Charged with Capital Murder
An arrest has been made in the case of a 16-year-old cheerleader who was found dead in Jackson County, Texas. Rafael Govea Romero has been charged with capital murder in connection to the death of Lizbeth Medina. The arrest comes after the teen’s mother made a gruesome discovery in their apartment complex and called the police. Romero was located and arrested in the city of Schulenburg, and he has since been booked into the Jackson County Jail.
 Suspect Arrested in Connection to Cheerleader’s Death
According to the Edna Police Department, an arrest has been made in connection to the death of a 16-year-old cheerleader in Jackson County, Texas. Rafael Govea Romero has been charged with capital murder in relation to the case.
Mother Discovers Teen’s Body in Apartment Complex
Lizbeth Medina’s mother, Jacquline Medina, made a horrifying discovery when her daughter did not arrive with her cheer squad at a town event. She found Lizbeth dead inside their apartment complex and immediately called the police. Despite the efforts of first responders, Lizbeth was pronounced dead at the scene.
 Suspect Identified and Located
The Edna Police Department released images believed to be Rafael Govea Romero, showing him wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and driving a silver Ford Taurus. With the help of these images, police were able to identify and locate Romero in Schulenburg, where he was subsequently arrested.
Candlelight Vigil Held for Deceased Cheerleader
On the same day as Romero’s arrest, friends and family members gathered for a candlelight vigil in honor of Lizbeth Medina at the Jackson County Courthouse. The community came together to remember the young cheerleader and support her grieving loved ones.
Conclusion:
Rafael Govea Romero has been arrested and charged with capital murder in connection to the death of 16-year-old cheerleader Lizbeth Medina. The arrest follows the discovery of Lizbeth’s body by her mother in their apartment complex. Romero was located and arrested in Schulenburg, and he is currently being held in the Jackson County Jail. As the investigation continues, the community gathered for a candlelight vigil to remember Lizbeth and show support for her family.
