Domestic Violence Suspect Kills Pregnant Woman, Boyfriend in Crash

The unborn child also did not survive the collision in Pomona, California.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 7:04pm

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A 31-year-old domestic violence suspect in Pomona, California, fleeing from police, slammed into a vehicle driven by a 25-year-old pregnant woman and her 26-year-old boyfriend, killing them both. The woman was just weeks away from giving birth to their baby boy, who also did not survive the crash.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the devastating consequences that can occur when a suspect flees law enforcement, putting innocent lives at risk. It also underscores the need for stronger domestic violence prevention and intervention measures to protect vulnerable individuals and families.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a domestic violence call involving the suspect, Marshall Judson, on Wednesday evening. When Judson returned to the scene, he intentionally struck a police car and then fled, leading to a high-speed chase. Judson then crashed into the vehicle driven by Jennifer Loera-Zarco and Marc Anthony Trejo Saldivar, killing them both. Judson was arrested at the scene and found to be in possession of a gun and firearm components, despite not having a valid driver's license.

  • On Wednesday, April 5, 2026, around 9:30 p.m., police responded to a domestic violence call involving Marshall Judson.
  • Judson returned to the scene and intentionally struck a police car before fleeing.
  • Judson then crashed into the vehicle driven by Jennifer Loera-Zarco and Marc Anthony Trejo Saldivar, killing them both.

The players

Marshall Judson

A 31-year-old domestic violence suspect who fled from police and caused the fatal crash.

Jennifer Loera-Zarco

A 25-year-old pregnant woman who was killed in the crash, just weeks away from giving birth to her baby boy.

Marc Anthony Trejo Saldivar

A 26-year-old man who was the boyfriend of Jennifer Loera-Zarco and was also killed in the crash.

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What they’re saying

“This unimaginable loss has left our family heartbroken. Marc Anthony was a kind, loving and genuine person who meant so much to everyone who knew him. Jennifer was just as special, full of love, warmth, and kindness. Together, they were building a future and excited to welcome their baby boy into this world.”

— Trejo Saldivar's cousin

“I just want people to know that — they keep saying that it was two lives lost, but it was three. The baby was his own person. He was almost here.”

— Amber Torres, Loera-Zarco's sister

What’s next

Judson is set to appear in court on Monday, April 8, 2026, where he will face three counts of murder for the deaths of Jennifer Loera-Zarco, Marc Anthony Trejo Saldivar, and their unborn child.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for stronger domestic violence prevention and intervention measures to protect vulnerable individuals and families. It also highlights the devastating consequences that can occur when a suspect flees law enforcement, putting innocent lives at risk.