Arizona Woman Allegedly Killed by Boyfriend, Suspect Apprehended in Germany
A 20-year-old man, Varun Batchigari, has been arrested in Germany after allegedly killing his girlfriend, 19-year-old Julissa Rubi Salazar, in her Tucson, Arizona apartment. Authorities believe Batchigari strangled Salazar after she planned to break up with him, then fled the…
Charlotte, NC, August 10, 2026 —
A 20-year-old man, Varun Batchigari, is in custody in Germany following an investigation into the death of his girlfriend, 19-year-old Julissa Rubi Salazar, at her Tucson, Arizona apartment.
Authorities allege that Batchigari strangled Salazar. The motive for the alleged killing is believed to be related to Salazar’s intention to end the relationship. Following the incident, Batchigari is suspected of fleeing the United States with Salazar’s belongings.
The suspect was apprehended in Germany. According to reports, he was attempting to travel to India at the time of his arrest. The precise timeline of events, including when the alleged crime occurred and when Batchigari fled the country, was not immediately available.
Details regarding the specific law enforcement agencies involved in the investigation in both the United States and Germany were not provided. Information concerning the process for his extradition back to the United States was also not immediately disclosed.
Story summarized from the original created by Michael Cooper, Gray News staff on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
