A long-awaited arrest has been made in a tragic case from Harlem, where a woman was shot and killed after ending a long-term relationship. The incident had deeply shaken her family and community.
Suspect Arrested Months After Shooting
Eliud Garcia, 50, has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the death of Basilisa Negron, 47. Police say the killing happened on December 23, 2025, inside an apartment on West 141st Street.
Authorities also charged Garcia with assault, criminal use of a firearm, and illegal possession of a weapon.
Victim Had Recently Left Relationship
Family members said Negron had recently ended a relationship that lasted nearly 20 years. She had moved into her daughter’s apartment just days before the incident, hoping to start a new chapter in her life.
Her brother shared that she was trying to rebuild her life and distance herself from the situation.
Details of the Incident
According to reports, Negron was inside the apartment bathroom when she was shot multiple times. At the time, her daughter was not home, which meant no one was there to help immediately.
Investigators believe the attack was targeted and linked to the past relationship.
History of Threats and Concerns
Family members claimed that Garcia had made threats before the incident and had been controlling during the relationship. They said Negron had reported concerns earlier, though police confirmed only a general history of domestic-related reports, not a recent complaint just before the incident.
These details have raised concerns about the challenges victims face when trying to leave difficult relationships.
Family Remembers the Victim
Negron’s family described her as a caring and generous person who always helped others. She was the eldest of six siblings and a mother of three children.
Loved ones said she was known for her kindness and willingness to support anyone in need.
