BREAKING NEWS: TWO PEOPLE CHARGED WITH THE MURDER OF ARMY SOLDIER PFC KATIA DUEÑAS AGUILAR

The Clarksville Police Department, in collaboration with the Army Criminal Investigation Division (CID), has made significant progress in the investigation of the murder of U.S. Army PFC Katia Duenas Aguilar, 23. Aguilar, who was stationed at Fort Campbell, KY, was found deceased on May 18, 2024 at a residence on Tiny Town Road in Clarksville, TN. Her death was ruled a homicide, sparking an extensive investigation.

THE INVESTIGATION AND ARRESTS

The investigation, led by Detective Hofinga of the Clarksville Police Department and Special Agent Gerardo Serriteno of Army CID, involved numerous detectives and officers. After months of thorough work, the case was presented to the Montgomery County Grand Jury in December 2024, resulting in the indictment of two individuals.

Sofia Rodas, 35, has been charged with first-degree murder and tampering with evidence. Meanwhile, Reynaldo Salinas Cruz, Katia Dueñas Aguilar's husband, faces charges of tampering with evidence.

At the time of their indictment, both were already in federal custody on charges unrelated to the homicide. However, they were extradited to Clarksville on February 7, 2025, and transferred to the Montgomery County Jail, where they were served with their indictments.

AN OPEN CASE AND AWAITS TRIAL

This case remains an active investigation and is now in the process of being brought to trial. No further details have been released to the public at this time.

The resolution of this case underscores the importance of cooperation between local law enforcement and military authorities to ensure justice in serious crimes affecting service members and their families.

DO YOU HAVE INFORMATION?

Authorities are asking for the community's help. If you have information or video footage related to the case, please contact Detective Hofinga at (931) 648-0656, ext. 5720.

To provide information anonymously and be eligible for a cash reward, call the Clarksville-Montgomery County Crime Stoppers line at (931) 645-8477 or submit a tip online at P3tips.com/591.