New York Pregnant Woman Stabbed 70 Times and Killed During Facebook Marketplace Car Sale, Court Documents Reveal
NEW YORK — A 30-year-old pregnant woman was brutally murdered during a Facebook Marketplace car sale, according to newly released court documents that outline a violent encounter ending in dozens of stab wounds.
Authorities say Eliza Morales was killed after meeting with a buyer as part of a vehicle transaction arranged through Facebook Marketplace.
Court Documents Detail Violent Attack
According to court filings, Morales was stabbed approximately 70 times, resulting in fatal injuries. Investigators believe the attack stemmed directly from the planned car sale, which escalated into a violent robbery.
The documents indicate the suspect used extreme force, highlighting the severity of the assault and the rapid escalation of violence.
Teen Suspect Faces Multiple Felony Charges
A 19-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with Morales’ death. Prosecutors have filed multiple felony counts, including:
- First-degree murder
- Armed robbery
- Arson
- Animal cruelty
- Additional related offenses
Authorities have not released further details about the suspect’s identity or motive beyond what is outlined in the charging documents.
Investigation Continues
Law enforcement officials continue to review evidence connected to the case as it moves through the court system. No additional arrests have been announced, and investigators have not indicated whether other individuals may be involved.
The case has drawn renewed attention to safety concerns surrounding in-person online marketplace transactions, particularly those involving private meetings between buyers and sellers.
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