Selena Quintanilla’s household is respiratory a sigh of aid after her killer, Yolanda Saldívar, was denied parole.
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles introduced the choice on Thursday, March 27, setting her subsequent evaluate for 2030. In response, the late singer’s family members expressed their gratitude, calling it a victory for justice.
“At present, we’re grateful that the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has chosen to disclaim parole for Yolanda Saldívar,” they wrote in a press release shared on Selena’s official Instagram web page.
“Whereas nothing can deliver Selena again, this choice reaffirms that justice continues to face for the attractive life that was taken from us and from tens of millions of followers world wide far too quickly.”
The board cited the “nature of the offense” in its choice, describing the crime as brutal and an ongoing menace to public security.
Saldívar, now 64, was convicted of murdering Selena in 1995, capturing the 23-year-old singer at a motel in Corpus Christi, Texas, after being fired for embezzling cash from her boutiques and fan membership.
Selena’s household, whereas nonetheless mourning her loss, stays targeted on her legacy.
“We’ll proceed to rejoice Selena’s life — not the tragedy that took her from us,” they shared of their assertion, concluding thanking followers for his or her unwavering help.
