Seattle woman allegedly murdered by boyfriend in Nicaragua

Will Wixey

April 12, 2024 at 7:49 PM·1 min read

GRANADA, Nicaragua - A Seattle family is mourning after a mother was found murdered in Nicaragua, with her long-time boyfriend being the main suspect.

Multiple Nicaraguan news outlets say the body of 58-year-old Amber Yugovich was found in a road near Granada on April 8, and her American partner, Brian Bell, was arrested in connection to the murder.

Police said her body was dumped from a truck on April 6, and she had bruises on her face, missing teeth, and signs of sexual assault. Bell was arrested at a house after a police dog tracked him down, according to reports.

Yugovich leaves behind a daughter and two grandchildren.

"Amber was a beautiful soul loved by everyone who came in contact with her. She was hard working and determined to make a wonderful life for herself. She was kind and compassionate. She radiated joy that could light up any room. There’s no one she wouldn’t lend a hand to," said K'Lee Shelton, Yugovich's daughter.

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