Authorities in Delaware and Maryland are investigating a chilling case after the dismembered body of 31-year-old Tracy Nyariki was discovered in the car of a suspect identified as 32-year-old Norbert Matara.
The discovery follows Nyariki’s disappearance from her Newark, Delaware apartment , which left her employer and neighbors concerned.
A Disturbing Discovery
Nyariki, who lived in the 2700 block of Stone Place, was reported missing last Friday after failing to show up for work for several days. Upon visiting her apartment, New Castle County police found concerning evidence that led them to issue an alert regarding her disappearance .
The investigation quickly identified Matara, described as an acquaintance of Nyariki, as a person of interest. Officers tracked his vehicle to Aberdeen, Maryland, where they discovered the dismembered remains of the missing woman inside around 5 p.m. on Saturday. Matara was found nearby and immediately taken into custody .