Ex-Boyfriend Charged with Murder, Kidnapping in Death of Bronx Woman Found in Suitcase

Details Emerge in Grisly Murder Case

The ex-boyfriend of a Bronx woman found dead in a suitcase near a Yonkers highway has been charged with her murder, according to police. Junior Perez Diaz, 46, was arrested on Friday and charged with second-degree murder, manslaughter, and kidnapping in the death of 26-year-old Pamela Alcantara.

Charges Follow Discovery of Remains

Remains believed to be those of Alcantara were found in a suitcase in a creek near the Saw Mill River Parkway in Yonkers on Thursday. Alcantara’s mother had been given the same information by authorities.

Last Seen on Surveillance Video

Alcantara was last seen on surveillance video around 2 a.m. on Sunday at her home on Morris Avenue. Her mother says she last spoke to her daughter around that time, as she was coming home from a church event and preparing to head to another event in Connecticut. The mother reports that Alcantara, a chaplain for the Latin American Chaplain Association, never made it to her destination.

Community Mourns Loss

Alcantara’s death has sent shockwaves through the community. “She would go to church 4 to 5 times a week, this is why people are baffled because she was a role model in our community,” said Fernando Cabrera, a fellow member of the Latin American Chaplain Association.

Relationship Dynamics

Alcantara’s mother says her daughter had lived with her ex-boyfriend, but planned to move out. Her aunt reports that Alcantara never mentioned any potential abuse in the relationship. “She never complained about it. She was so quiet. She hide it inside. She was afraid to say something,” said Alcantara’s aunt, Isa Peguero.

Arrest and Attorney Information

Perez Diaz was arrested after 5 p.m. on Friday and was taken into custody without speaking to reporters. Attorney information for Perez Diaz was not immediately made available.

Conclusion

The case is a tragic reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence and the importance of seeking help and support. As the community mourns the loss of Pamela Alcantara, it is crucial that we remember the signs of abuse and take action to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

FAQs

* Who was charged with the murder of Pamela Alcantara?
Junior Perez Diaz, 46, her ex-boyfriend
* What were the charges against Perez Diaz?
Second-degree murder, manslaughter, and kidnapping
* When was Alcantara last seen?
Around 2 a.m. on Sunday at her home on Morris Avenue
* What was Alcantara’s role in the Latin American Chaplain Association?
She was a chaplain for the organization
* Did Alcantara’s aunt mention any potential abuse in the relationship?
No, she did not mention any abuse, and Alcantara was afraid to speak about it.