The discovery of the body of a 12-year-old boy in Rafael Calzada, Almirante Brown district, led to the arrest of his father, Néstor Rubén Godoy, 41, who voluntarily turned himself in at the First Police Station of Lomas de Zamora and confessed to being the author of the homicide. The incident occurred on Saturday morning, when a call to 911 alerted about a deceased person at a residence on Río Negro Street at 1800.
The Discovery of the Body and the Confession
According to Crónica, police officers arrived at the scene around 11:40 a.m. and were received by the property owner, an 80-year-old woman, who allowed entry to the apartment at the back. There they found the lifeless body of Nahuel Benjamín Godoy, lying on a bed. Minutes later, the father turned himself in at the police station and confessed to the crime, remaining detained by order of the prosecutor’s office.
La Nación specified that the confession occurred during the early hours of Sunday and that Godoy was charged with aggravated homicide due to the relationship. The sources differ on the charge: Crónica mentions «homicide» plain and simple, while La Nación indicates that the case was classified as aggravated homicide due to the relationship. This difference could be because the aggravating factor may be formalized later in the indictment.
Preliminary Expert Reports and Cause of Death
The initial examinations performed on the body revealed serious injuries: trauma to the nasal septum, abundant bleeding, and edema on the right side of the face, according to both sources. However, La Nación added that the preliminary autopsy determined that death was likely caused by asphyxiation through hanging, a detail not appearing in Crónica. Additionally, La Nación reported that SAME personnel confirmed the death and estimated that it occurred at least eight hours before the discovery.
The Justice system ordered the body to be transferred to the Judicial Morgue for the definitive autopsy, which will determine the exact cause of death.
Family Context and Prior Complaint
Both sources agree that the minor’s parents were separated and that the mother lived in Lanús with the child. The visitation schedule established that the father picked him up on Fridays and had to return him on Sundays. La Nación provided an additional detail: the mother, Cristina Mónica R., stated that 48 hours before the crime, she went to the Women’s and Family Police Station in Lanús to request protective measures, reporting that Godoy threatened to kill the child to get revenge on her. According to her account, they did not take her complaint and asked her to leave.
This background was not mentioned by Crónica, marking a relevant difference in coverage. La Nación also highlighted that, according to social media posts, the child had autism, a detail not appearing in the other source.
Profile of the Accused and Reactions
La Nación described Godoy as a rock enthusiast, bassist for several bands, including a Virus tribute band. On his social media, he shared photos of his son and affectionate messages, such as «Love that cannot be replaced.» These posts contrast with the mother’s complaint and the tragic outcome.
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of UFI No. 17 of Lomas de Zamora, led by prosecutor Marcela Juan. Godoy is expected to testify in the coming hours.
Comparison of Data Between Sources
The two sources agree on the central data: identity of the victim and the accused, location of the discovery, confession, and arrest. However, they differ in some details:
| Data | Crónica | La Nación |
|---|---|---|
| Case classification | Homicide | Aggravated homicide due to relationship |
| Preliminary cause of death | Not specified | Asphyxiation by hanging |
| Prior complaint by mother | Not mentioned | Mentioned, with details of threats |
| Child’s autism | Not mentioned | Mentioned |
| Time of discovery | 11:40 a.m. | Not specified |
Methodological note: The comparison is based on articles published by Crónica and La Nación on August 2, 2026. Differences may be due to police or judicial sources consulted by each outlet.
What to Follow
It is key to follow the evolution of the case, particularly Godoy’s indictment statement and the result of the definitive autopsy. It will also be important to verify whether the mother’s prior complaint was effectively rejected and whether that leads to institutional responsibilities. The final classification of the case (if the aggravating factor due to relationship is confirmed) and the protective measures that might have been issued are data that will define the judicial course.
Fuentes consultadas
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