In February 2020 he was zipped into a suitcase by his girlfriend, Sarah Boone, after the two had been drinking and allegedly agreed to play a game of hide-and-seek. Boone reportedly went upstairs to bed believing Torres could free himself; video reviewed by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office showed Torres attempting to escape while Boone laughed and made comments. Torres was later found dead inside the suitcase outside their home and Boone was arrested on February 25, 2020 and charged with second-degree murder.

Boone has cycled through multiple lawyers for the upcoming trial and at one point was representing herself while a judge had earlier appointed a criminal defense attorney. Torres’ family described him as a good son, said they disapproved of the relationship, and expressed a desire for justice.

If anyone knew Jorge Torres Jr. or has information about what happened that night, please share what you know.