The bleak unfolding of events surrounding the disappearance of 31-year-old Tracy Nyariki ended in a grim discovery, as police located her dismembered remains inside a vehicle in Maryland. Nyariki was reported missing after she failed to show up for work over several days, prompting her employer to notify the New Castle County Police late Friday night, as detailed by NBC Philadelphia. A Gold Alert was issued by law enforcement, which led to the identification of Norbert Matara, 32, as a person of interest.
Through a coordinated effort, officers were able to locate Matara's vehicle on the 1100 block of South Philadelphia Boulevard in Aberdeen, Maryland. According to police reports, it was then that the dismembered body of Nyariki was found. In a statement obtained by 6abc, police have not clarified the exact nature of the relationship between Matara and Nyariki, though they were known to be acquaintances.
The community where Nyariki lived has been faced with dealing with the harrowing details of the crime. "I think it's a very horrific situation," Mike Taylor, a local resident, told 6abc in an interview. "We're just gonna pray for the family and have condolences," he added. Nyier Rickes, another neighbor, expressed a solemn sentiment, hoping for peace and understanding for Nyariki's family.
Matara was immediately taken into custody and is being held in Maryland, awaiting extradition back to Delaware, as reported by FOX 29. Upon his return, he will face an arraignment on the charge of first-degree murder. The ongoing investigation may well bring additional charges against Matara. Those with information, are encouraged to reach out to the authorities, Detective Adam Holubinka can be contacted directly at (302) 395-8254 or via email at [email protected]. Tips can also be submitted to Delaware Crime Stoppers.
