[Warning: Potentially Triggering Content] A veteran Southern California firefighter, someone whose job has been to run toward danger and save others, is now accused of committing an act so violent and devastating that it has left an entire community reeling. Andrew Jimenez, a 45-year-old firefighter from Glendale, California, was taken into custody Wednesday in connection with the killing of his wife, 55-year-old Mayra Jimenez. According to authorities, the horrifying chain of events began in the early morning hours when Jimenez walked into the Los Angeles Police Department's Northeast Station around 4 a.m. and asked officers to conduct a welfare check on his wife. What police found when they arrived at the couple's North Hollywood home was beyond disturbing. Related: What Jail Is Like For Nick Reiner As He Awaits Trial On Murder Charges In Parents' Deaths Per Fox 11 News, once inside the residence, officers discovered Mayra with severe blunt force trauma. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators believe she was bludgeoned to death after being repeatedly struck with an axe. WTF... Neighbors later told reporters that investigators recovered an axe from inside the home, along with two large rifles that were seen being removed during the investigation. One neighbor, Camille Cabrera, described the scene and the shock rippling through the block, saying: "I could just hear them talk about how horrific it was... it was just bloody. Next thing you know they found an axe. They said they found an axe. He's supposed to be protecting us. What's come of this world?" Police have emphasized that this appears to be a domestic violence incident and not a broader threat to the community. LAPD Robbery and Homicide Lieutenant Guy Golan addressed the situation, stating: "From what we've determined, very preliminary at this stage, this was an isolated incident of domestic violence between cohabitating adults. There's no threat to public safety at this time. The individual who is in custody at Northeast Station, we believe, is responsible for the incident." As the investigation continues, a possible motive has been suggested by the attorney representing Andrew Jimenez's family. Jose Romero said in a statement that authorities are reviewing deeply personal material that may have played a role in what allegedly unfolded: "Our office is currently in contact with law enforcement regarding a diary of the decedent, apparently read moments before the homicide, that verified infidelity by the decedent." Wow. No further details about the diary or its contents have been released, and investigators have not commented beyond confirming that the matter remains under active review. Related: Nick Reiner Had Been In A Conservatorship 5 Years Before Rob & Michele's Murders Now, Mayra is being remembered not for the way her life ended, but for the way she lived. Friends and colleagues described her as a devoted and caring educator who worked as a teacher at Wilshire Park Elementary School. She also served as a union representative with United Teachers Los Angeles. Outside the classroom, she was a non-denominational minister who officiated weddings and a devoted Los Angeles Dodgers fan. As for Andrew, he served with the Glendale Fire Department since 2008 and had been promoted from paramedic to firefighter. City officials say he helped battle major wildfires, including the Palisades Fire. Following his arrest, he was placed on administrative leave. The city said in a statement: "LAPD is the lead investigating agency and the matter is ongoing." The Glendale Fire Department also addressed the tragedy: "This is an extremely serious and deeply troubling matter. First and foremost, our hearts are with the victim's family and loved ones, and we extend our sincere condolences as they grieve this tragic loss. Due to the active and ongoing nature of the investigation, the City of Glendale and the Glendale Fire Department are unable to provide additional comments at this time." Court records show Jimenez was booked into jail on suspicion of murder and is now being held on $2 million bail. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available. Consider calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233, or text START to 88788, or go to https://www.thehotline.org/. [Image via MEGA/WENN] The post Longtime Los Angeles Firefighter Discovered Wife's Affair & Bludgeoned Her To Death With An Axe: Cops appeared first on Perez Hilton.