A horrifying crime shook the Bronx community when a man was arrested for allegedly torturing his 21-year-old girlfriend and leaving her to die in a stairwell. The suspect, Robert Strother, was apprehended after a days-long manhunt, finally facing charges for his heinous actions.
The victim, Princesa Encarnacion-Soto, was reportedly tied to a bed and stabbed from head to toe on July 22 in the Fordham Heights building where they resided. The brutality of the attack led to her tragic death, sparking outrage and sorrow among those who knew her.
Strother faces a slew of charges including murder, manslaughter, hindering prosecution, concealment of a human corpse, and tampering with physical evidence. The details of the crime are chilling, painting a picture of a violent and merciless act.
Investigators believe that Princesa Encarnacion-Soto was tied down to the bed while her boyfriend mercilessly tortured her. The extent of her injuries and the cruelty she endured are heartbreaking, leaving a community in shock and disbelief.
Police released a photo of the suspect, Robert Strother, who was on the run for over a week before being captured. The manhunt came to an end when a vigilant individual recognized him and alerted the authorities, leading to his arrest.
Strother’s mother, Naida Jorge, was also implicated in the crime, with allegations that she cleaned up the scene after the murder. She too faces charges of murder, manslaughter, hindering prosecution, and concealment of a human corpse, shedding light on the extent of the cover-up.
The details of the crime scene paint a grim picture of the events that unfolded, with evidence suggesting a deliberate and calculated act of violence. The community mourns the loss of Princesa Encarnacion-Soto, a young life taken too soon in a senseless act of brutality.
As the investigation continues and the legal process unfolds, the hope for justice and closure remains for those affected by this tragedy. The impact of such a heinous crime reverberates through the community, reminding us of the fragility of life and the importance of standing against violence in all its forms.
