Woman arrested for murder after domestic dispute ends with fatal stabbing

INDIANAPOLIS - A 31-year-old woman is in jail accused of murder after police say a domestic dispute ended with a deadly stabbing on Indy's east side.




According to court records, the suspect initially claimed the fatal stabbing was in self-defense, but she later confessed she was not in fear for her safety; she was simply enraged.




Less than 15 minutes after being driven to Community East Hospital by his domestic partner and two good Samaritans, 20-year-old Breyner Perez Matute died from a single stab wound to his chest early Saturday morning.




Police quickly learned the stabbing took place at an apartment complex on Shortridge Drive, directly behind IMPD's East District headquarters.




Mirla Gonzalez-Palma, 31, also known as Milla, told police she got drunk and stabbed her partner after he hit her during an argument.

"Unfortunately, individuals involved in this lost their temper and both parties may have done so, it's believed that by detectives," said IMPD officer Tommy Thompson.




According to the affidavit filed by police, the suspect confessed she was drunk, enraged, offended and wanted vengeance. She even admitted that after the victim hit her, he tried to be reasonable with her, but it was just too late.




In the end, Gonzalez-Palma said she was sorry and she didn't intend to kill him.




"We have to know when to walk away and take a deep breath," said Thompson.




For their part, IMPD praised witnesses at the apartment complex, including the suspect's 12-year-old son, for assisting the investigation.




One neighbor said she saw the suspect trying to drag the victim to the car. The suspect was yelling at the victim, "Don't die," and told witnesses, "He hit me."




Police again urge everyone to settle their conflicts without resorting to violence.




"We need the community to think twice with their actions. When you're in a hostile argument, maybe it's turning physical, you have to be able to walk away and get to a safe place. If police are needed, contact the police," said Thompson.




Jail records show the accused killer is being held on a federal detainer from Venezuela, although the prosecutor's office noted given the severity of the murder allegation, Gonzalez-Palma's immigration issue may have to wait until the criminal case is concluded.




In addition to the federal detainer, the suspect is being held without bond pending the filing of formal charges.




She's due in court for an initial hearing on Tuesday.





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