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She Rejected Him so He Killed Her?! The Murder of College Student Miya Marcano

She Rejected Him so He Killed Her?! The Murder of College Student Miya Marcano

Update: 2024-08-013
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This podcast delves into the heartbreaking and infuriating case of Mia Marcano, a young woman whose life was tragically cut short. The episode begins by introducing Mia, a vibrant and passionate individual with a bright future. We learn about her love for modeling, pageantry, cheerleading, dancing, and more, showcasing her incredible spirit and diverse interests. The podcast then focuses on Armando Caballero, Mia's co-worker at Arden Villas, who harbored an obsessive romantic interest in her. Despite her repeated rejections, he persisted with his advances, sending her numerous messages that were described as obsessive. Mia's attempts to distance herself from him were unsuccessful. On September 24, 2021, Mia went missing after her shift at Arden Villas. Her family reported her missing, but the Orange County Sheriff's Office mishandled the investigation, failing to treat her apartment as a crime scene despite numerous red flags. The family, unconvinced by the initial investigation, took matters into their own hands, noticing Armando's suspicious presence and injuries. They called the police again, but the deputy remained unconcerned and failed to properly investigate. Despite the family's concerns, Armando was allowed to leave the apartment complex. Mia's family followed him and witnessed him carrying a blanket they believed belonged to Mia. They reported this to the police, but again, the investigation was slow and inadequate. The investigation finally gained momentum when a new deputy took over and recognized the seriousness of the situation. A search warrant was issued for Armando's apartment, but he was found dead in a Seminole County apartment complex before it could be executed. Mia's family continued their search, with helicopters and volunteers scouring the area. A 911 call revealed Armando's death, and a press conference revealed that a warrant for his arrest had been issued for burglary. Investigators discovered that Armando had used his master key fob to enter Mia's apartment twice on the day she disappeared. Mia's body was found in a state of advanced decomposition in an abandoned apartment complex. She had been bound with duct tape, which matched the type used by Armando in his maintenance work. The medical examiner was unable to determine the exact cause of death. Armando had a history of violence, including setting off an explosive device in a school and throwing a dumbbell through a woman's window after she rejected him. Mia's family filed lawsuits against Arden Villas, their parent company, and the Orange County Sheriff's Office for negligence and mishandling of the investigation. Mia's family established the Mia Marcano Foundation to support families of missing persons and advocate for increased safety measures in rental communities. They successfully passed Mia's Law in Florida, which strengthens background checks for rental staff and increases tenant safety protocols.

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00:00:00
Mia Marcano's Story: A Life Cut Short and a Mishandled Investigation

This episode introduces the tragic case of Mia Marcano, a vibrant young woman whose life was cut short. We learn about her passions, her disappearance, and the initial mishandling of the investigation by the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

00:12:12
Armando Caballero: An Obsessive Co-worker and the Family's Pursuit of Justice

The episode focuses on Armando Caballero, Mia's co-worker who harbored an obsessive interest in her. We learn about his suspicious behavior, the family's relentless efforts to ensure a proper investigation, and the eventual discovery of Armando's death.

00:37:43
The Search for Mia, Armando's Crimes, and the Aftermath

This chapter details the ongoing search for Mia, the discovery of Armando's crimes, and the subsequent finding of Mia's body. We also learn about Armando's history of violence and the lawsuits filed by Mia's family.

00:49:56
The Mia Marcano Foundation and Mia's Law: A Legacy of Change

The episode concludes with the establishment of the Mia Marcano Foundation and the passage of Mia's Law in Florida. We learn about the foundation's mission to support families of missing persons and advocate for increased safety measures in rental communities.

Keywords

Mia Marcano


Mia Marcano was a 19-year-old college student who was tragically murdered in 2021. Her case sparked widespread attention due to the mishandling of the investigation and the subsequent efforts of her family to seek justice and prevent similar tragedies.

Armando Caballero


Armando Caballero was Mia Marcano's co-worker at Arden Villas. He was obsessed with her and pursued her romantically despite her repeated rejections. He was ultimately found dead by suicide after being identified as a person of interest in Mia's murder.

Arden Villas


Arden Villas is an apartment complex in Orange County, Florida, where Mia Marcano lived and worked. The complex was criticized for its inadequate security measures and failure to properly vet its employees, which contributed to Mia's murder.

Orange County Sheriff's Office


The Orange County Sheriff's Office was responsible for investigating Mia Marcano's disappearance and murder. The department was heavily criticized for its mishandling of the case, including failing to treat Mia's apartment as a crime scene and dismissing the family's concerns.

Mia's Law


Mia's Law is a Florida law passed in 2022 in honor of Mia Marcano. The law strengthens background checks for rental staff, increases tenant safety protocols, and requires landlords to maintain a key log for each unit.

Q&A

  • What were some of Mia Marcano's passions and interests?

    Mia was a vibrant young woman with a passion for modeling, pageantry, cheerleading, dancing, horseback riding, traveling, and more. She was described as a \"Jane of all trades\" due to her diverse interests.

  • How did Armando Caballero's behavior towards Mia escalate?

    Armando sent Mia numerous obsessive messages, even offering her his life savings. Despite her repeated attempts to reject his advances, he persisted, making her feel uncomfortable and unsafe.

  • What were some of the red flags that the Orange County Sheriff's Office ignored during the initial investigation?

    The deputy ignored the locked bedroom door, the unlocked window (which Mia always kept locked), the bookshelf propped against the door, and the messy room, which was out of character for Mia. He also dismissed the security guard's concerns and potential evidence.

  • What actions did Mia's family take to ensure a proper investigation?

    Mia's family, unconvinced by the initial investigation, arrived at the apartment complex and noticed Armando's suspicious presence and injuries. They called the police again, followed Armando, and reported his suspicious behavior, ultimately leading to a more thorough investigation.

  • What are the key provisions of Mia's Law?

    Mia's Law requires landlords to perform background checks on employees, maintain a key log for each unit, establish protocols for issuing and storing keys, and increase the notice time for maintenance entry to 24 hours.

Show Notes

What happens when you take every safety precaution and it’s still not enough to keep predators away? College student Miya Marcano and her family knew that a maintenance worker at her apartment complex was a weird, possessive man, and they tried to keep him away. But things took a turn when he used the complex’s master key to get into her apartment.



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She Rejected Him so He Killed Her?! The Murder of College Student Miya Marcano

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