Woman Killed by Boyfriend on Christmas Eve, Roswell Police Search for Suspect

The Roswell Police Department is actively searching for 49-year-old Roberto Dominguez Soto in connection with the homicide of 47-year-old Blanca Sauer, discovered on Christmas Eve.

At approximately 3:15 PM on December 24, officers responded to a report of a possible deceased person in a ditch near Azalea Dr. and Atlanta St. Upon arrival, they found Sauer, who had suffered at least one gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Further investigation revealed that Sauer’s boyfriend, Roberto Dominguez Soto, is the primary suspect. Warrants for his arrest have been issued on charges of murder. Dominguez Soto is described as a 49-year-old Hispanic male, 5’11” tall, weighing 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He is also wanted by Interpol on firearms possession charges and is considered armed and dangerous.

“This is a heartbreaking situation, especially during the holiday season, and our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of Ms. Sauer,” said Roswell Police Chief James Conroy. “We are committed to bringing justice to those affected by this senseless act of targeted violence.”

Authorities are working with State, Federal, and International agencies to apprehend Dominguez Soto. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact the Roswell Police Department at 770-640-4100 or Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-TIPS (8477).