Oscar Díaz Romero, Doble Homicidio, Washington 1997

A ruthless killer has finally faced justice for a brutal double murder in the nation’s capital nearly a quarter-century ago. Oscar Diaz Romero, aka Oscar Alonzo Salguero, a 47-year-old El Salvador resident, was found guilty yesterday in D.C. Superior Court for his role in the shooting deaths of 21-year-old Jose Roberto Molina and 22-year-old Jose Noel Coreas on August 9, 1997.

The double homicide was a senseless act of violence that left the community shaken. The victims were shot and killed in the 3000 block of 14th Street NW, and the case had gone cold until authorities re-opened the investigation in 2020.

U.S. Attorney Jeanine F. Pirro announced the guilty verdict, stating that justice has been served in this heinous crime. “The guilty verdict in this case is a testament to the tireless efforts of law enforcement to bring closure to the victims’ families and hold accountable those who commit such heinous crimes,” Pirro said.

The trial was a culmination of years of hard work by investigators and prosecutors who remained committed to solving the case despite the passage of time. “This case is a shining example of the dedication and perseverance of our law enforcement community,” said a spokesperson for the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

The defendant’s guilty verdict marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of justice for the victims and their loved ones. The sentence for Oscar Diaz Romero will be determined at a later date.

Oscar Diaz Romero, aka Oscar Alonzo Salguero, is scheduled to be sentenced at a later date. He faces a potential life sentence for the double murder conviction. The U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to work towards ensuring that those who commit violent crimes are held accountable for their actions.

The case serves as a reminder that justice can be elusive, but it is never too late to pursue it. The U.S. Attorney’s Office and law enforcement agencies will continue to work together to bring closure to victims’ families and hold accountable those who commit violent crimes.