He murdered his best friend in Córdoba and during the trial, he was seen laughing.

In the second hearing of the trial for the femicide of Catalina Gutiérrez (21), an unexpected moment caused a stir in the courtroom. Minutes before the session resumed, while the entry of the Popular Jury and the Court was being completed, Néstor Soto (22), the murderer of the young Architecture student, displayed an attitude that surprised everyone present.

Soto, who was joined by his lawyer, Ángela Burgos Niño, began a conversation with her that, after a serious start, ended with inappropriate laughter. This gesture occurred just as the victim's family, including Catalina's father, mother, and sister, were already seated near him, observing every detail of what was happening. Also present were the deceased victim's boyfriend and other loved ones.

The contrast between the accused's attitude and that of Catalina's family was noticeable. While Soto gestured and laughed with his lawyer, the victim's family seemed to be absorbing the pain of the trial, with serious looks that held deep sadness and tense postures. Catalina's dad, mom, and sister awaited the resumption of the process with evident anguish.

Another detail that drew attention was the attitude of the accused's own family members, who were also in the room. Soto's grandmother, who had strongly defended her grandson in her testimony, appeared indifferent to what was happening around her and used her cell phone, while his uncle, visibly uncomfortable, kept his gaze on the desk and covered his face repeatedly.

This moment did not go unnoticed by those present, who were not only witnessing a trial for such an atrocious crime but also a scene that caused bewilderment and repulsion, adding tension to an already painful judicial process for Catalina's family.

As the video of Soto laughing went viral, a large number of people condemned the events. "Death penalty", "He deserves 50 years in Bower's rapists' ward", "What a lack of respect for Catalina's parents", were some of the strongest messages seen on the platform X regarding the matter.