Porterville Man Charged with Murder of Wife

District Attorney Tim Ward has announced criminal charges against Porterville resident Victor Lopez, age 33, stemming from an incident on November 27, 2018, which resulted in the death of his 31-year-old wife.

Lopez is charged with one count of murder and one felony count of injuring a spouse with the special allegation that he inflicted great bodily injury.

The defendant will be arraigned on the charges this afternoon at the Tulare County Pre- Trial Facility. A future court date will be set at that time.

Media inquiries can be directed to the Office of the District Attorney, County of Tulare Assistant District Attorney Dave Alavezos (559) 636-5494