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Body of Missing Midland Woman Found & Suspect is in Custody

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By Yantis Green, May 20, 2023
 

MIDLAND – Midland Police are reporting a 24-year-old woman missing for ten days has been found dead and a suspect in her murder is now in custody.   

According to a press release from the City of Midland, at approximately 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Midland Police Department detectives arrested 24-year-old Mario Juan Chacon for the charge of murder in connection with the death of Madeline Pantoja. 

The Midland Police Department initiated an extensive investigation and search on May 11, 2023, after Madeline was reported missing.

Earlier Saturday, Midland Police found remains, identified as Madeline Pantoja, in the area approximately 3 miles east of County Road 190 and County Road 1160. 

An autopsy will be performed in Dallas County, and the investigation is ongoing.

Next of kin has been notified.

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