UPDATE: In a dramatic turn of events, Domingo Sunun, a 46-year-old man from Nashville, was arrested in Guatemala following a global manhunt that has captured widespread attention. Sunun, facing multiple charges including aggravated child rape, was taken into custody on December 23, 2023, thanks to a collaborative effort between the FBI and local authorities.
This urgent capture comes after Sunun fled the United States to evade prosecution for horrific allegations involving the abuse of four young girls. The Metro Nashville Police Department began investigating him in 2021, uncovering allegations of rape and sexual assault against minors, some as young as 12 years old. Authorities report that Sunun is indicted on three counts of aggravated child rape, four counts of child rape, and five counts of aggravated sexual battery.
According to reports from WSMV, the investigation revealed that Sunun allegedly committed these crimes against the children related to him, prompting a grand jury to issue formal charges. The FBI had actively engaged in the manhunt after Sunun fled the country, and their efforts, alongside Central American authorities, have now brought him back into custody.
The case has garnered significant public interest, particularly due to the emotional weight of the charges against him. Local authorities had been on high alert since Sunun’s disappearance, fearing he might evade justice indefinitely. His arrest just days before Christmas has been seen as a crucial victory for law enforcement and advocates for child protection.
Sunun is currently awaiting extradition back to the United States, where he will face the serious charges against him. Extradition proceedings are expected to commence in early 2026, and officials are working diligently to ensure he returns to Nashville to answer for his alleged crimes.
This case highlights the ongoing challenges that law enforcement faces in tracking down suspects who attempt to escape justice across international borders. The collaboration between the FBI and Guatemalan authorities demonstrates a commitment to bringing offenders to account, no matter where they may flee.
As developments unfold, the Nashville community is left grappling with the gravity of the allegations against Sunun and the impact on the victims involved. The case serves as a painful reminder of the importance of vigilance and advocacy for children at risk.
Stay tuned for additional updates as the extradition process moves forward and more details emerge regarding this alarming case.
