The FBI has added Cindy Rodriguez Singh to its “Ten Most Wanted Fugitives” list in connection to the presumed murder of her 6-year-old son, Noel Alvarez, in 2022. This announcement comes nearly two years after Rodriguez Singh was last seen boarding an international flight to India.
The Disappearance of Noel Alvarez
Rodriguez Singh, 40, is wanted in connection with the disappearance and suspected murder of her son, Noel Alvarez, who hasn’t been seen since October 2022. Family members became concerned about Noel’s welfare in October 2022, describing him as “malnourished” and “unhealthy,” and reported their concerns to authorities. Between October 2022 and March 2023, family members contacted police five times regarding Noel’s well-being.
On March 20, 2023, officers from the Everman Police Department visited Rodriguez Singh’s home, where she told them that Noel was with his biological father in Mexico. However, two days later, Rodriguez Singh and her husband, along with six other children, boarded a flight to India. Investigators later determined that Rodriguez Singh’s claim was false, and Noel was not in Mexico at the time.
Investigations and Charges
Subsequent investigations revealed disturbing findings. Police used cadaver dogs, which reportedly signaled the presence of human remains underneath a newly constructed concrete patio at Rodriguez Singh’s property. This led to charges of capital murder against Rodriguez Singh in connection to her son’s disappearance.
FBI’s Effort to Locate Rodriguez Singh
R. Joseph Rothrock, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Dallas Division, emphasized the importance of bringing Rodriguez Singh to justice. “The addition of Cindy Rodriguez Singh to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List is an opportunity to bring this case to the eyes and ears of citizens across the country and around the world,” he said. The FBI is offering a reward of up to $250,000 for information leading to her arrest.
Community Reaction and Calls for Justice
Craig Spencer, the former police chief and current city manager of Everman, described Rodriguez Singh’s addition to the FBI’s list as a “powerful moment” in the pursuit of justice for Noel. He emphasized the community’s promise to never stop seeking accountability for the child’s death. “We urge anyone, anywhere, with information to come forward now. Noel deserves that much,” Spencer said.
Reports indicated that Noel had mental and developmental disabilities, and Rodriguez Singh allegedly believed her son was “evil” and “possessed.” She reportedly claimed that a “demon” inside Noel could harm her other children.
How to Help and Contact Authorities
The FBI is urging anyone with information about Rodriguez Singh’s whereabouts to contact the nearest FBI office or local law enforcement. The bureau is offering a reward of up to $250,000 for helpful information.
If you suspect child abuse, you can call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-Child (1-800-422-4453).
