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Holland man accused of murdering 25-year-old woman

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HOLLAND, Mich. — Holland police have arrested a 28-year-old Holland man accused of killing a woman over the weekend.

Enrique Estrada III was arraigned Tuesday on one count of open murder in connection to the death of Katherine Rutgers.

It happened about 9 p.m. in the 200 block of W. 9th Street, when police were called on a report of a 25-year-old woman who had been found dead in her home.

Police investigated and determined the death was suspicious, according to a news release Tuesday.

Detectives continued the investigation and say Rutgers knew Estrada well.

Katherine was a mother to two girls.Her family has set up a GoFundMe account to help cover “any necessary costs” for her daughters.

Estrada was denied bond, according to police.

Anyone with information may contact the Holland Department of Public Safety at 616-355-1150 or email investigators at policetips@cityofholland.com. Those who want to stay anonymous can contact Silent Observer at 1-877-887-4536.