TikTok star faces trial for allegedly spying and killing estranged wife; details inside

Ali Abulaban is charged with two counts of first-degree murder and other serious charges in connection with the deaths of his estranged wife, Ana Abulaban, and her friend, Cadenas Barron.

Published on Apr 23, 2024  |  04:42 PM IST |  42.9K
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Key Highlight
  • Former TikTok star Ali Abulaban, faces trial for allegedly spying and murdering his estranged wife
  • Abulaban is accused of installing a listening device on his daughter's iPad to spy on Ana

Trigger Warning: This article contains references to murder.

Ali Abulaban, a former TikTok sensation, is scheduled to stand trial this month for the tragic deaths of his estranged wife, Ana Abulaban, and her friend, Cadenas Barron, as per NBC San Diego. The trial, scheduled to begin on April 24 at San Diego Superior Court, comes more than two years after the incident occurred in October 2021. 

The allegations on Ali Abulaban 

Abulaban is charged with two counts of first-degree murder, as well as other criminal charges related to Ana and Barron's deaths. According to NBC San Diego, Abulaban became fixated on his estranged wife after she requested that he vacate their San Diego apartment in October 2021. Deputy District Attorney Taren Brast explained in court that Abulaban had suspicions about Ana's infidelity, prompting him to take drastic measures. 

According to prosecutors, Abulaban returned to the apartment clandestinely and allegedly installed a listening device using his daughter’s iPad. This device allegedly recorded conversations between Ana and another person, raising Abulaban's suspicions. Abulaban allegedly stormed back to the apartment, where he was accused of fatally shooting Barron and assaulting Ana.


Legal proceedings for Ali Abulaban 

Jury selection is scheduled to begin after Abulaban's court appearance on April 24. Notably, authorities have revealed that this is not the first instance of alleged violence in Abulaban's volatile relationship with Ana. According to Deputy District Attorney Brast, Ana had previously filed a police report alleging that Abulaban had physically abused her. 

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Ali Abulaban is represented by the San Diego Public Defender's Office, but efforts to contact an attorney for comment were unsuccessful at the time of publication. As the legal proceedings progress, the case continues to pique public interest, showing the link between social media influence and real-life tragedy. 

Ali Abulaban's upcoming trial shows how serious intimate partner violence is and how much it can harm people. The accusations of spying and violence, combined with his past social media fame show us how important it is to make sure people are held accountable for their actions. 

As the trial progresses, it is critical to seek justice for Ana Abulaban, Cadenas Barron, and their families. This case shows how the legal system works and how we attempt to find justice and healing after such a devastating loss.

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Know more about Ali Abulaban:

Who is Ali Abulaban?
Ali Abulaban is a former TikTok star who gained fame on the social media platform.

What is the current status of the case?
Abulaban's trial is set to begin on April 24, where he will face charges related to the alleged crimes.

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