FUGITIVE
CASE #: 2008-66
Joaquin Alvarez Rios
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Kannapolis, North Carolina
Summary:
Joaquin Alvarez Rios is wanted for the double homicide of his estranged wife, Lorena Soto and her friend, Javier Mendez. Authorities allege that Joaquin shot Lorena and Javier to death in front of Lorena’s 10-year-old daughter. Joaquin has ties to the Mexican state of Morelos. As of November 2026, the Kannapolis Police Department has confirmed to Solve The Case that Joaquin still has active warrants that are unserved.
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I would like to extend my thanks and appreciation to the Kannapolis Police Department for confirming the status of this tragic and horrible case. Please consider sharing this so that Lorena and Javier’s families can get justice and answers.
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