20/06/2026 12:41 - Actualidad
Cinta policial amarilla rodeando una casa de barrio con patrullero policial estacionado frente a la puerta, escena nocturna con iluminación de emergencia, ambiente de investigación criminal en zona residencial argentina.
The town of Quequén, located in the Necochea district of Buenos Aires Province, has been shaken by a family tragedy. On Friday, June 19, 2026, around 3:00 PM, police responded to a home at 548 Street between 521 and 523, Atepam neighborhood, following a 911 emergency call reporting a confrontation involving a man armed with a shovel.
For international readers: Quequén is a coastal port city in southeastern Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, adjacent to the popular beach destination of Necochea. It's known for its fishing industry and tranquil residential areas.
Upon arrival, patrol officers intercepted a man outside the residence holding a shovel, immediately taking him into custody. Inside the home, they found a woman lying on the floor of a room, showing no vital signs, with a severe head injury.
The victim was identified as Delia Mercedes Romero de Sánchez, an 86-year-old retired woman who lived at the residence where the incident occurred. According to judicial sources, she had a blow to her skull, allegedly inflicted with a shovel.
The detained suspect is Jorge Sánchez, 56 years old, son of the victim. As reported by La Nueva, officers observed blood stains on his hands and face and he resisted arrest.
Prosecutor Walter Pierrestegui, head of Functional Unit No. 10 (specializing in Family and Gender Violence), confirmed an investigation has been opened as aggravated homicide due to family relationship. Authorities await autopsy results to determine exact cause of death.
This tragedy deeply affects the local sports community. The victim is the mother of Luis Eduardo "Paquillo" Sánchez, a well-known former player who starred for Estación Quequén and Villa Mitre football clubs.
Context for international readers: Villa Mitre is a historic football club from Bahía Blanca, a major city 150 km from Quequén. Estación Quequén is a local club. Both compete in regional leagues. The Liga del Sur is one of the oldest regional football leagues in Argentina, founded in 1926.
"Paquillo" joined the tricolor club in early 1991 and became an institution icon. He currently lives in Bahía Blanca, where he works at the local PAMI office (Argentina's social security healthcare program for retirees) and promotes community charitable activities.
The suspect, Jorge Sánchez, also had a football career. According to La Nueva, he was part of the Villa Mitre team that won the Liga del Sur championship in 1992.
Scientific Police personnel are working at the crime scene to collect evidence. The property remained cordoned off and under police guard while investigators gathered evidence and statements.
According to NDEN news portal, neighbors saw the man leave the house after breaking a door from inside, carrying a shovel. The suspect remains in custody and will be questioned by Prosecutor Pierrestegui in the coming hours.
The case is currently classified as "Homicide" while exact circumstances are determined. The next hours will be crucial to establish a firm hypothesis and define the detained man's legal situation.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
