Harrisburg Man Charged with Homicide Fled to Puerto Rico

Rafael Duran Malave allegedly killed 25-year-old Amanda Makor before fleeing the country.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:04pm

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A 32-year-old Harrisburg man has been charged with homicide and rape in the death of his 25-year-old roommate, Amanda Makor. According to police, Rafael Duran Malave fled to Puerto Rico after the alleged incident, purchasing an airline ticket just hours after Makor's body was discovered in their shared apartment.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in tracking down suspects who flee the country, as well as the need for improved domestic violence prevention and support services in the Harrisburg area.

The details

Police found Makor's body on the bathroom floor of the apartment she shared with Duran Malave on March 30. An autopsy determined she died from multiple traumatic injuries and had been sexually assaulted. Investigators were able to trace Duran Malave's movements, finding that he and Makor were home together for about two and a half hours before he purchased an airline ticket to Puerto Rico.

  • On March 28, Duran Malave bought an airline ticket to fly from Harrisburg to Puerto Rico.
  • On March 30, police found Makor's body in the apartment she shared with Duran Malave.

The players

Rafael Duran Malave

A 32-year-old Harrisburg resident who has been charged with homicide and rape in the death of his 25-year-old roommate, Amanda Makor.

Amanda Makor

A 25-year-old woman who was found dead in the apartment she shared with Rafael Duran Malave. The autopsy determined she died from multiple traumatic injuries and had been sexually assaulted.

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What’s next

Police are currently working with authorities in Puerto Rico to locate and extradite Duran Malave to face the charges against him.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the need for greater resources and support to address domestic violence in the Harrisburg community, as well as the challenges law enforcement faces in apprehending suspects who flee across state or international borders.