Suspect arrested in suitcase murder on Long Island
- Seikeya Jones, 31, was found dead in a suitcase in Huntington, Long Island, after a 911 call alerted police to suspicious activity.
- Ronald Schroeder, 31, was arrested at Penn Station and charged with concealment of a human corpse and criminal possession of a controlled substance.
- Jones' family and friends held a vigil, expressing their grief and calling for justice for her tragic death.
A suspect was apprehended on Friday after the remains of Seikeya Jones, 31, were discovered in a suitcase in Huntington, Long Island. The body was found on Tuesday following a 911 call regarding suspicious activity in a wooded area near Nassau Road. The Suffolk County medical examiner is tasked with determining the cause of death. Ronald Schroeder, also 31, was arrested at Penn Station and faces charges including concealment of a human corpse and criminal possession of a controlled substance. Jones' family and friends held a candlelight vigil in her memory, expressing their grief and outrage over her tragic death. Her mother, Yolanda Terrell, emphasized that no one deserves such a fate, highlighting Jones' humanity and the impact of her loss on the community. Jones was a mother to a 4-year-old boy and had a close-knit family, being one of five siblings. Friends described her as a caring person who always tried to uplift others. Tiffany White, a friend, recounted a recent conversation with Jones, reflecting on her generous spirit and the shock of her untimely death. The area where her body was found has since become a memorial, with loved ones lighting candles and sharing memories. As the investigation continues, the community seeks justice for Jones, hoping that those responsible for her death will be held accountable. The case has drawn attention to the importance of addressing violence and supporting victims' families in their time of need.