Pamela Alcantara, a 26-year-old woman reported missing on March 2, 2025, was found dead inside a suitcase near the border of Yonkers and the Bronx in New York on March 7. Her family had been searching for her after she made a distressing phone call to her mother shortly before her disappearance.
- Pamela Alcantara found dead in suitcase.
- Last seen on Sunday at 2am.
- Family suspects ex-partner's involvement.
- Ex-boyfriend arrested after license plate traced.
- Two GoFundMe pages created for funeral costs.
- Alcantara was planning to attend church event.
Alcantara was last seen at approximately 2 AM on Sunday at her home. Surveillance footage captured her speaking with her mother just hours before she went missing. Family members revealed that she was in the process of moving out of an apartment shared with her ex-boyfriend, whom they suspect may have been aware of her plans to leave. Concerns were raised when Alcantara’s Facebook page appeared unusual, showing only her profile picture without any recent activity.
Following her disappearance, family members conducted searches and noted that while Alcantara’s bedroom was messy, other areas of the apartment were tidy. The discovery of her body inside a red suitcase led to an investigation where sources indicated that Alcantara’s ex-boyfriend had been arrested after his vehicle was identified through license plate recognition technology.
- Alcantara’s remains were found on March 7.
- The family is raising funds through GoFundMe for funeral expenses.
- Over $4,300 has been donated across two fundraising pages.
The family expressed their devastation over losing Alcantara at such a young age and described it as feeling like “cold water pouring towards you.” They are now focused on honoring her memory while seeking justice regarding the circumstances surrounding her death.
This tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety and domestic violence among young women. The investigation continues as authorities work to determine further details surrounding Alcantara’s death and any potential charges against those involved.
