Missing Mother Found Dead in New York, Former Boyfriend Arrested

The lifeless body of 35‑year‑old Seraphina Pereira, who vanished in the Queens borough of New York City in the United States, was found in a park after days of searching. The mother of four, Pereira, was reported missing after she failed to be heard from following her departure from her home in Far Rockaway on October 19. Police reached the woman's corpse during a search near Rockaway Community Park on the night of Saturday, October 24.

Body Found in a Shallow Grave

Police found Pereira's corpse around 9:45 p.m. on the night of October 24, near Rockaway Community Park, in an area along the Jamaica Bay shoreline. It was reported that the woman's body was wrapped in a blanket and buried in a shallow pit. Forensic examination determined that Pereira had bullet wounds to her head, neck, and torso. Her death was recorded as a homicide.

Ex‑Boyfriend Charged with Murder

Police arrested 26‑year‑old Rogelio Lozano‑Garita on the evening of Monday, October 26, in connection with the incident. The suspect, who is said to be the father of Pereira's two children, faced charges of murder, illegal possession of a firearm, concealment of a corpse, and tampering with physical evidence. Information about the suspect's defense against the charges had not yet clarified at the time the reports were released.

Family Searches for Missing Daughter for Days

Pereira’s family and close ones, who had not received any news, participated in search efforts by distributing flyers in the neighborhood for days. Her sister Davonna Gray, who lives in Albany, also came to New York to find her brother. Gray said that learning that her brother’s lifeless body had been found was devastating for the family. Those close to him described Pereira as someone devoted to his children, full of life, and who loved to dance.

Reason for the Murder Still Unclear

Authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding the reason for Pereira’s murder. According to family members, Pereira was in the process of ending his relationship with Lozano‑Garita, the father of his children, before he went missing. However, officials have not confirmed that this situation was linked to the murder. While the investigation continues, the family plans to hold a candle‑lit memorial event to keep Pereira’s memory alive and to support the children left behind.