The Trial of Erick Hernandez-Mendez: Murder of His Sham Wife, Christina Matos, a 20-year-old Student at North Carolina State University
Raleigh, N.C. — In a recent turn of events in a Raleigh courtroom, Erick Hernandez-Mendez stood trial for the 2021 murder of his wife, Christina Matos, a 20-year-old student at North Carolina State University.
The Accusation and Defense
Hernandez-Mendez is facing serious charges for the death of Matos, who was tragically stabbed to death in an apartment close to the N.C. State campus shortly after their marriage in 2021. The situation took a shocking turn when Hernandez-Mendez testified that he did not commit the murder. Instead, he accused their roommate, Kailey Lynch-Firicano, of the heinous act. Lynch-Firicano is currently facing charges of felony accessory after the fact and obstruction of justice.
Compelling Testimony
During his testimony, Hernandez-Mendez recounted waking up to noises within the apartment and discovering Lynch-Firicano stabbing Matos. He claimed to have intervened, pulling Lynch-Firicano away, and comforting Matos as she passed away within minutes. Following this, he took steps which he claims were under duress, including washing his clothes with bleach after threats from Lynch-Firicano to…
