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Mystery deepens over death of ‘mistress’ in Eva Longoria divorce scandal: Friends reject suicide ruling… and fear a far darker truth as autopsy reveals baffling detail
Former Texas prosecutor Erin Benavides, 54, was found dead at her home in Port Aransas on 14 October. Police and the county medical examiner ruled her death a suicide, but friends have called for further investigation, saying they doubt she would have taken her own life and fear it could be connected to dangerous criminals she prosecuted.
Benavides was known for pursuing human traffickers and cartel members, and friends described her as strong and devoted to her two sons. She had previously been married to former NBA player Brent Barry; their 2010 divorce followed claims of an emotional affair involving Tony Parker, whose marriage to Eva Longoria also ended. Benavides later remarried lawyer Paul Benevides, and the couple planned to move to their new coastal home.
In short
- Police ruled Erin Benavides’s death a suicide.
- Friends question the ruling and want further investigation.
- She prosecuted traffickers and cartel members in Texas.
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The case for
The police and medical examiner’s suicide ruling may reflect evidence from the scene and autopsy that has not been made public. Without specific evidence of foul play, the official finding is a reasonable basis for treating the death as suicide, while recognising that friends’ concerns could be passed to investigators for review.
The case against
Friends who knew Benavides may have relevant knowledge of her state of mind or circumstances that warrants a closer look, particularly given her past prosecutions of dangerous criminals. If they can point to concrete inconsistencies or threats, an independent review could help establish whether the ruling fully accounts for the evidence and reassure her family.
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