Who Killed Selena Quintanilla Perez
Selena Quintanilla Perez was shot and killed on March 31, 1995, in Corpus Christi, Texas. The shooter was Yolanda Saldívar, the former president of her fan club and manager of her Selena Etc. boutiques. Saldívar shot Selena after a confrontation at a Days Inn motel.
What Happened on the Night of the Murder
Selena met Saldívar at the motel to retrieve financial records and documents related to alleged embezzlement. During the encounter, Saldívar pulled a gun and shot Selena in the shoulder. Selena fled to the lobby, collapsed, and was taken to a hospital, where she died from blood loss.
Aftermath and Legal Outcome
Saldívar was arrested shortly after the shooting and charged with first-degree murder. In 1995, a Texas jury convicted her and sentenced her to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 30 years. The case remains a significant moment in Texas criminal history and pop culture.
For details on the trial and timeline, see the Selena Quintanilla Perez biography.
