Man who killed girlfriend, dumped body near Lincoln gets life in prison

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A 35-year-old Omaha man will spend the rest of his life in prison for killing his girlfriend.

Raymond Evans was sentenced to life Wednesday for first-degree murder. He also got 40 to 50 years for a weapon charge.

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In November 2023, Evans beat his 34-year-old Cecilia Perez to death.

Her body was found near Lincoln, in a field at 98th Street and Havelock Avenue.

Perez’s family said she was a victim of domestic violence.

If you or someone you know needs is in an abusive relationship, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233.

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