Manhunt Underway for Boyfriend of San Diego County Native Killed in Oregon

PORTLAND, ORE. - A nationwide manhunt is underway after a woman from San Diego County is found dead in Oregon.

The body Kathryn Muhlbach, 27, originally from Ramona, was found in Powell Butte Nature Park in Oregon last Friday after she had been missing for about two days. Now a warrant has been issued for the arrest of her boyfriend, Jose Caraballo, 43. He's charged with second-degree murder under domestic violence statutes.

“Our family is going through it right now, but we are trying to be strong and be the best we can for the boys,” Jennifer Keller, Muhlbach's sister, told NBC 7.

Mulbach and Caraballo have an 8 month old son together. The boy, along with Muhlbach's son from previous relationship, are back here in San Diego County with family.

Portland Crime Stoppers is offering a $2,500r reward reward for information leading to Carballo’s arrest. Muhlbach's family is hoping that we will eventually turn himself in.

Jose Caraballo, 43, left, is wanted for second-degree murder in connection with the death of Kathryn Muhlbach, 27, right (pictured with children).

Photo: Portland Police and Keller Family


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