In a stunning development that has rocked the already tragic case, the family of Hector Lionel Alfaro has publicly distanced themselves from the devastating murder-suicide that claimed the lives of his wife, Roxana Rodriguez, and their 17-year-old daughter, Sienna Alfaro.

On January 15, 2026, deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department responded to a home in Lakewood, California, after a frantic 911 call from the couple’s 19-year-old daughter, Desiree. She reported hearing gunshots and narrowly escaped unharmed when her father fired at her multiple times before turning the weapon on himself. Inside the home, authorities discovered Roxana Rodriguez, 48, and Sienna Alfaro, both fatally shot in separate bedrooms with wounds to the upper torso. Hector Alfaro, 52, was found in the den with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Two firearms were recovered at the scene, and the incident was quickly classified as a murder-suicide.

The motive remains unclear, but emerging details paint a picture of deep family turmoil. Reports indicate Roxana had separated from Hector approximately four months earlier after discovering disturbing content on his phone, sparking intense arguments and emotional strain. Family members close to Roxana have shared that she endured abuse in the past and had considered divorce, though she was advised to stay for the children’s sake. Tragically, that decision ended in unimaginable violence.

Now, in a dramatic twist, Hector’s relatives have issued statements denying full responsibility for his actions. They claim the trigger was a long-buried “deadly secret” involving a granddaughter who died before the tragedy. Insisting she was not biologically related to them, the family has demanded DNA testing on the deceased child’s remains to prove their point. They argue this revelation may have caused Hector’s “impulsive outburst,” shifting blame toward hidden family issues possibly originating from Roxana’s side.

This bold move has sparked outrage among Roxana’s loved ones and supporters. A GoFundMe set up by Desiree’s husband to aid surviving siblings with funeral costs, counseling, and living expenses has raised significant funds, with messages pouring in expressing heartbreak over the loss of a devoted mother and bright young daughter. Roxana was remembered as a loving figure, grandmother, sister, and friend, while Sienna was described as full of potential.

Vigils have been held in Lakewood to honor the victims, drawing community members grieving the senseless loss. Experts note that such domestic tragedies often stem from unresolved control issues, mental health struggles, and escalating conflicts—factors that appear present here.

As the investigation continues, this DNA demand has added layers of controversy, leaving many questioning what other secrets may have fueled the horror. The surviving daughter and extended family now face not only grief but a public battle over truth and accountability in the wake of unimaginable violence.