The Tragic Story of Theresa Cachuela, the Influencer Who Was Killed by Her Husband

On Friday, December 23, 2023, a horrific scene unfolded at Pearlridge Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. A man named Jason Cachuela, 44, shot and killed his estranged wife, Theresa Cachuela, 33, in front of her mother and other shoppers. He then fled the scene and later died by suicide. The motive for the shooting is still unclear, but it is believed that Jason Cachuela had been threatening to kill himself and his wife for months.

Theresa was a social media influencer and a mother of three. She had over 100k followers on Instagram, where she shared her beauty tips, lifestyle photos, and motivational messages. She was also a successful entrepreneur who owned several beauty businesses in Hawaii. She was described by her family and friends as a luminous spirit who touched many lives with her kindness and generosity.

The tragic incident

According to witnesses, the shooting happened around 10:30 a.m. at the parking lot of Pearlridge Center. Cachuela was meeting her mother, Lucita Aninihoa, for some last-minute Christmas shopping at the mall. They were chatting happily when they heard gunshots nearby. They looked up and saw Jason Cachuela holding a gun and pointing it at his wife.

Lucita Aninihoa said she tried to intervene and stop him from hurting her daughter. She said she screamed “Stop! Stop! Stop!” but he ignored her pleas. He then shot Theresa Cachuela multiple times in the chest and abdomen. She fell to the ground bleeding profusely.

The other shoppers and employees who witnessed the shooting were terrified and panicked. Some ran away while others called 911 or tried to help Theresa. Lucita Aninihoa said she held her daughter’s hand until paramedics arrived.

She was rushed to Queen’s Medical Center with life-threatening injuries. She underwent surgery but could not be saved. She died shortly after midnight on Saturday.

Jason Cachuela fled the scene after shooting his wife. He drove to Waipahu, where he parked his car near a park and took his own life with another gunshot wound to his head.

The police arrived at the scene around 11:30 p.m. They found Jason Cachuela’s body inside his car with a note that read “I’m sorry”. They also recovered several guns from his car.

The police are still investigating the motive behind the shooting and whether Jason Cachuela had any mental health issues or history of domestic violence.

Hawaii influencer Theresa Cachuela is gunned down by her estranged husband in front of her 8-year-old child in murder-suicide – just two weeks after mom took out a restraining order https://t.co/or0FWjT2io pic.twitter.com/r2PuU49JlF

— Daily Mail Online (@MailOnline) December 25, 2023

Theresa Cachuela Obituary and Death

The news of Theresa’s death shocked and saddened her family, friends, fans, and community. Her mother said she was devastated by losing her daughter so suddenly and brutally.

“She was my everything,” Lucita Aninihoa said through tears. “She was my pride and joy.”

She said she loved spending time with her daughter at Pearlridge Center every year for Christmas shopping.

“We always had fun together,” she said. “She always made me laugh.”

She also thanked everyone who supported them during this difficult time.

“Thank you for your prayers,” she said. “Thank you for your love.”

Theresa Cachuela’s husband said he was heartbroken by losing his wife of six years.

“She was my soulmate,” he said through tears. “She was my best friend.”

He said they had been married since 2017 after meeting through Instagram.

“We were happy together,” he said. “We had three beautiful children.”

He also thanked everyone who helped them cope with their grief.

“Thank you for your condolences,” he said. “Thank you for your kindness.”

Cachuela’s children are now under the care of their grandparents while their father is being held as a suspect in their mother’s murder.

The police are asking anyone who has information about Jason Cachuela or his whereabouts before or after the shooting to contact them immediately.

They are also urging anyone who has experienced or witnessed domestic violence to seek help from local resources or call 911 if they feel unsafe.

Domestic violence is a serious problem that affects millions of people around the world every year.

According to the World Health Organization, one in three women worldwide have experienced physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner or non-partner in their lifetime.

Domestic violence can have devastating consequences for victims’ physical health, mental health, social relationships, economic well-being,and human rights.

Domestic violence can also be prevented by addressing its root causes such as gender inequality, social norms, lack of education, poverty, substance abuse,and access to justice.

There are many organizations that provide support services such as counseling, shelter, legal aid, financial assistance, education, and advocacy for victims of domestic violence and their children. Some of these organizations are:

• Snehalaya: A non-profit organization that operates a women’s shelter in Mumbai, India. It also runs a helpline, a legal aid clinic, a counseling center, and a rehabilitation program for survivors of domestic violence.
• Majlis Manch: A non-governmental organization that provides socio-legal support to women who have experienced sexual and domestic abuse in India. It also conducts awareness campaigns, legal workshops, and policy advocacy on issues related to violence against women.
• The Baale Mane: A non-profit organization that shelters 60 girls and young women who have suffered hardships in life such as child labor, domestic violence, street dwelling, and abandonment in Karnataka, India. It also provides education, vocational training, health care, and counseling to the residents.
• The National Domestic Violence Hotline: A 24/7 confidential hotline that connects callers with trained advocates who can provide information, referrals, and emotional support to anyone experiencing domestic violence or abuse in the United States.

If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship or situation, please do not hesitate to reach out for help. You are not alone. You deserve respect, safety, and happiness.

Remember: You have the right to say no to violence. You have the right to leave an abusive relationship. You have the right to seek help from anyone you trust.

You are strong. You are brave. You are worthy.

You are not alone.