Missing mom’s dead body found inside garage

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Horror struck a quiet Philadelphia neighborhood where a 51-year-old woman was found murdered in a garage. The search for Ivelisse Lugo began with her daughter canvassing the community, sparking concern that turned to horror when authorities made the grisly discovery Sunday afternoon.

Lugo had vanished from her Elsinore Street home Saturday morning, last seen around 8:15 a.m. Her daughter, desperate for answers, reached out to neighbors before contacting the police, resulting in an alert issued the next day.

In a twist, police released information suggesting Lugo might be in the company of her estranged husband, identified only by his vehicle, a van marked with a cross. Details on his identity remain withheld.

Officers returning to the house on Sunday stumbled upon a shocking scene: Lugo’s body wrapped in a blanket and towel within the garage, a fatal stab wound in her back. By Monday, authorities confirmed her identity, leaving a neighborhood to mourn the loss of a woman many revered for her kindness and gentle spirit.

With her tragic end echoing through the community, the hunt is on for whoever is responsible. No arrests have been made and weapons remain elusive as detectives press for leads.

The Philadelphia Police Department is hoping a $20,000 reward will incentivize anyone who has information to come forward and aid in solving this crime. Witnesses are urged to contact local law enforcement or the Northeast Detective Division.

This somber event serves as a reminder of the silent battles fought behind closed doors and the necessity for collective neighborhood vigilance.