Community Demands Justice After Toddler's Alleged Murder in Cristo Rey

Cristo Rey Community Demands Justice After Toddler's Death Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – Outrage and grief have engulfed the Cristo Rey community following the death of two-year-old Luis Gabriel Diaz. Neighbors allege the child was fatally beaten by his stepfather, George Brian Nunez Gil, and are demanding justice for the tragic loss. The incident occurred on Monday, May 19, 2025, in the sector La 43 of Cristo Rey. "What they did was abuse," stated one resident, speaking anonymously to CDN Canal 37. "It happened under the influence of drugs." The resident also revealed the child had been subjected to repeated abuse, a claim echoed by several other community members. Authorities have apprehended Nunez Gil, who is now in custody and under investigation by the Public Ministry. While the stepfather is the primary suspect, the video raises questions about the mother's potential role in the events leading to the child's death. The community is calling for a thorough investigation and the prosecution of all those responsible. The case underscores the urgent need for increased awareness and prevention of child abuse in the Dominican Republic. The community's collective grief and demand for justice highlight the profound impact of this tragedy.