Police recover car of fugitive wanted for shooting ex-wife in Norcross

The manhunt for Victor Jose Yaraure Morillo, the man accused of shooting and killing his ex-wife in Gwinnett County last weekend, continues as police announce his vehicle has been found. 

Morillo, 35, is wanted on charges of malice murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. He is described as having black hair and brown eyes, standing approximately five feet six inches tall, and weighing 110 pounds.

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According to the Gwinnett County Police Department, his vehicle, a black 2016 Toyota Corolla, was recovered Thursday but was unoccupied. Crime scene investigators and detectives spent the day scouring the car for evidence.

Morillo is wanted in the death of 31-year-old Jackmerly Jouselis Hernandez-Rodriguez, who was found dead at a home on Creeldale Drive around 7 p.m. on Dec. 21. Investigators say her death was domestic-related, with both the victim and Morillo living at the same residence despite being divorced.

Gwinnett County police respond to a shooting on Creeldale Drive in unincorporated Norcross on Dec. 21, 2024.

Authorities urge anyone with information on Morillo's whereabouts to contact 911 or Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477. Tipsters can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

The Source: The information in this article is provided by the Gwinnett County Police Department. Previous FOX 5 Atlanta reports were also used with the links to those stories in this article.