Mexico City, July 8 – The Mexico City Attorney General’s Office (FGJCDMX) has officially offered a 500,000 peso reward for information leading to the location of Juan Carlos García Sánchez, a former Amazon director, who is accused of the femicide of Abril Pérez Sagaón. The reward was formalized in the Official Gazette on July 7, 2026.
Investigation into a High-Profile Femicide Case
García Sánchez is currently under investigation as the alleged mastermind behind the femicide of his ex-wife, Abril Pérez Sagaón. The tragic incident occurred on November 25, 2019, coinciding with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. According to ongoing investigations, Juan Carlos allegedly planned the murder of his former spouse.
The former Amazon executive is wanted for the crimes of Aggravated Femicide in an Attempted Degree, Criminal Association, and Femicide. He remains a fugitive from justice and has an Interpol red notice issued against him.
Reward Details and Exclusions
The 500,000 peso reward is not applicable to public servants with functions related to public security, prosecution, or administration of justice institutions, nor to their spouses or relatives up to the fourth degree. This impediment also extends for up to one year after they have retired from their positions.
Context of Femicide in Mexico
This high-profile case underscores the ongoing challenges of gender-based violence in Mexico. The country has faced increasing scrutiny over its handling of femicide cases, with calls for greater accountability and protection for women. Organizations like Amnesty International have highlighted the state’s failure to prevent such crimes, even as global attention focuses on Mexico for events like the World Cup.
Related Developments and Broader Implications
The search for Juan Carlos García Sánchez is part of a broader effort by Mexican authorities to address and prosecute femicide cases. The case has garnered significant media attention due to the prominence of the accused and the brutal nature of the crime.
Recent related events in Mexico also highlight the pervasive issue of violence against women:
- June 29, 2026: Perla Areli, 17, was murdered in Huatulco.
- June 23, 2026: A survivor of a double femicide attempt denounced corruption in the Mexico City Judicial Power following the release of her aggressor.
These incidents, alongside the ongoing search for García Sánchez, emphasize the critical need for systemic changes in Mexico’s justice system to effectively combat gender-based violence and ensure the safety of its citizens.
The Mexico City Attorney General’s Office continues to urge anyone with information regarding Juan Carlos García Sánchez’s whereabouts to come forward.
