CRIME

Taylorsville man fatally shot, woman and daughter arrested

Oct 14, 2024, 8:42 AM | Updated: 12:47 pm

TAYLORSVILLE — A 21-year-old Taylorsville man was shot and killed in his home early Sunday.

Ariana Aguilar, 44, who police say was dating the victim, was arrested for investigation of murder and aggravated burglary in the death of Jorge Llamas-Galaviz.

Her daughter, 19-year-old Natalie Aguilar was arrested for investigation of aggravated burglary. Three teen boys — two 15-year-olds and a 16-year-old — were also booked into juvenile detention. Both 15-year-old boys were arrested for investigation of murder.

Taylorsville police believe one of the teens was the gunman.

Officers were called to a residence near 2300 West and 4200 South about 3:40 a.m. Sunday. “Police officers entered the house and found … Ariana Aguilar on top of Jorge Llamas-Galaviz, who was laying on a bed in the bedroom with a gunshot wound to his neck,” a police booking affidavit states.

Witnesses told officers that there had been a party in the home earlier and that Ariana Aguilar and Llamas-Galaviz had gotten into a fight and that Llamas-Galaviz was hit by Aguilar, the affidavit states.

Police say Ariana Aguilar “left the house and returned some time later” with the three teenagers and her daughter. Ariana Aguilar and the others “pushed their way into the home and in Jorge’s room; first voices then a gunshot was heard,” according to the affidavit. The group then fled the house, but Ariana Aguilar stayed, police say.

The vehicle that Natalie Aguilar and the others arrived in was later found at Ariana Aguilar’s home in Ogden, according to police. Natalie Aguilar, Ariana’s daughter, allegedly admitted to arriving at the house with the teen boys to pick up her mother.

“Ariana forced the door open so they could enter. Natalie said a shot was fired and she fled back home with the juveniles,” according to the affidavit.

When questioned by police, Ariana Aguilar said she and Llamas-Galaviz had been dating, but he got angry with her, put some of her personal items outside his door and told her to leave, the affidavit says. She denied having anything to do with the shooting, according to police.

Officers noted, however, that “family members of Jorge contacted law enforcement and said his family was notified of Jorge’s murder and that they had received some type of recording with Ariana saying she and her nephews killed Jorge.”

Although the teens were referred to as Aguilar’s nephews, police say they don’t believe the boys are related to her.

KSL 5 TV Live

Crime

Handcuffs used at the decommissioned Draper Prison....

Pat Reavy, KSL.com

Utah woman accused of putting Borax in her children’s water

A Uintah County woman investigators say was putting a household cleaner in her children's water to help with weight loss has been arrested.

17 hours ago

A Unified Police Department vehicle sits in a neighborhood in Big Cottonwood Canyon on Friday, Feb....

Michael Houck

SWAT arrests man suspected of robbing a Utah bank and sending threats to another

A man is accused of robbing a bank and stealing a dollar amount to reference the 9/11 attacks last week.

1 day ago

An officer assigned to the Salt Lake City Police Department’s Pioneer Patrol Division Bike Squad ...

Diana Jones

SLCPD officers arrest 2 people suspected of drug trafficking in Library Square

On Thursday, Salt Lake City Police Department’s Bike Squad arrested two men for a suspected drug trafficking operation in Library Square. 

3 days ago

Autumn Mercado, who was found dead in her home on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025....

Garna Mejia

Charges pending in case of West Jordan mother found dead, family seeks justice and protection for children

Nearly a month after the discovery of a West Jordan woman's body during a welfare check, charges in the case have yet to be filed.

4 days ago

Friends and family leaving flowers and mementos in front of Heather Barela's photo....

Jacob Freeman

Charges brought against 15-year-old in Santa Clara murder case

Charges have officially been filed against a 15-year-old accused of killing a family member and wounding another in Santa Clara on Jan. 30.

4 days ago

A tense day in the courtroom as a teen faces adult murder charges in a stabbing death that brings q...

Darby Sparks, KSL

Defense questions motive in Jordan High School teen stabbing death

A tense day in the courtroom as a teen faces adult murder charges in a stabbing death that brings questions of possible gang motive.

5 days ago

Sponsored Articles

luxury living room with a classic white sofa and sofa, interior design...

Lighting Design

Revisiting home lighting trends for 2025

Looking for inspiration to revamp your home lighting? This article outlines some of the emerging lighting trends for 2025.

holiday gift basket with blue tissue paper and gingerbread cookies...

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe

Holiday hacks for a stress-free season

Get more out of your time with family and loved ones over the holidays by following these tips for a stress-free season.

2 computer techs in a computer shop holding up a computer server with the "hang loose" sign...

PC Laptops

A comprehensive guide to choosing the right computer

With these tips, choosing the right computer that fits your needs and your budget will be easier than ever.

crowds of people in a German style Christmas market...

This Is The Place Heritage Park

Celebrate Christkindlmarket at This Is The Place Heritage Park!

The Christkindlmarket is an annual holiday celebration influenced by German traditions and generous giving.

Image of pretty woman walking in snowy mountains. Portrait of female wearing warm winter earmuff, r...

Lighting Design

Brighten your mood this winter with these lighting tricks

Read our lighting tips on how to brighten your mood in the winter if you are experiencing seasonal affective disorder.

A kitchen with a washer and dryer and a refrigerator...

Appliance Man

Appliance Man: a trusted name in Utah’s home appliance industry

Despite many recent closures of local appliance stores, Appliance Man remains Utah's trusted home appliance business and is here to stay.

Taylorsville man fatally shot, woman and daughter arrested