In a tragic incident that shook the community, Instagram model Theresa Tita Cachuela, 33, was shot and killed by her husband, Jason Cachuela, 44, in the parking lot of the Pearlridge Center mall in Honolulu on December 22. The shooting occurred in front of one of their children, adding to the already devastating nature of the event. Jason Cachuela was found dead later, having taken his own life with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The Honolulu Police were alerted to the incident when dispatchers received a call about a suspicious circumstance at the mall around 10:15 a.m. Officers who arrived at the scene discovered Theresa Cachuela with gunshot wounds. Jason Cachuela’s lifeless body was found behind a home approximately five miles away from the mall.
Eyewitness Danny Earles described the horrifying moments as he heard a series of gunshots in the parking lot. The area was bustling with Christmas shoppers at the time of the shooting, amplifying the shock and panic that ensued.
Court records shed light on the troubling events that led to this senseless act of violence. Just two days prior to the shooting, a judge had granted Theresa Cachuela’s request for a temporary restraining order against her husband. In her filing, she detailed the constant harassment, threats of suicide, and instances where Jason Cachuela had brandished a knife. There was even an incident where he had been found hiding under her car.
Theresa Cachuela made it clear in her request that her intention was to protect herself, their children, and to seek help for her husband. The court decided on a one-year restraining order that limited their contact to child exchanges during visitations. Additionally, Jason Cachuela was ordered to surrender any firearms he possessed.
The tragic loss of Theresa Cachuela, a well-known Instagram model, has sent shockwaves through the community. Her untimely death serves as a stark reminder of the heartbreaking consequences that can arise from domestic violence. The details surrounding this case highlight the urgent need for greater awareness and support systems for victims of domestic abuse.
Please note that if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or facing domestic violence, contact your local authorities or seek assistance from helpline organizations.
