Crime
Rebecca Kay Park’s Sister Kimberly Park and Fiancé Richard Falor Arrested Following Her Death
Authorities have confirmed that both the fiancé and sister of Rebecca Kay Park were taken into custody late last night.
At this time, specific charges have not been publicly disclosed. Additional details are expected to be released as the investigation continues.
Rebecca Kay Park was last seen on the night of November 3rd near her mother’s residence in Boon Township, Michigan.
According to early reports, she was allegedly observed entering a dark-colored vehicle. However, investigators have received conflicting accounts regarding the exact description of the vehicle from her mother, Cortney, who was reportedly the last known person to see her.
Following Rebecca’s disappearance, Cortney sent a series of urgent text messages to Richard Lee Falor, the father of Rebecca’s unborn child and Cortney’s former partner.
Despite not having a close relationship, the messages appeared frantic and included statements such as:
- “Call me back asap”
- “Rich it’s Cortney call me back”
- “Dude call me”
- “Ur ole lady took off with some dude in a black car”
In the days immediately following Rebecca’s disappearance, her cell phone was recovered on a nearby roadway—located by her mother.
The discovery, combined with earlier inconsistencies, has led to ongoing speculation surrounding Cortney’s involvement or knowledge prior to police locating Rebecca.
Online records and discussions indicate that both Cortney and Falor have prior criminal histories, including offenses related to sexual assault; however, officials have not confirmed whether those histories are relevant to the current investigation.
After 21 days missing, Rebecca was tragically found deceased.
Her body was located by her father during a search effort, only a short distance from the residence where she was last seen.
Reports indicate her body was discovered approximately 15 feet off the roadway and appeared to have been dragged to the location.
Rebecca was nine months pregnant at the time of her death.
Authorities have confirmed that the baby was not found with her, and details regarding the infant’s status remain unclear.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Officials are expected to release further information regarding the arrests and potential charges as evidence is processed and autopsy results are completed.
Anyone with additional information related to the case is encouraged to contact law enforcement.
Orlando, Fla. — Family and friends of 33-year-old Julien Emmanuel Cruz are seeking answers and accountability following his fatal shooting outside a popular LGBTQ+ nightclub early Sunday morning.
According to the Orlando Police Department, officers responded at approximately 2:31 a.m. on February 22, 2026, to the 1900 block of North Orange Avenue, just north of Lake Ivanhoe, in reference to a reported shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located Cruz suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Authorities confirmed Cruz was born May 18, 1992.
Detectives determined that prior to the shooting, Cruz and the suspect were involved in a verbal and physical altercation on the sidewalk outside the nightclub district. Investigators say that during the dispute, the suspect retrieved a firearm from his vehicle and shot Cruz.
The suspect fled the scene in a vehicle, which patrol officers later located in the 200 block of East New Hampshire Avenue, approximately two blocks from where the shooting occurred.
Police subsequently arrested 37-year-old Jean Gabriel Borja Gil De La Madr (DOB: October 29, 1988). He has been charged with Second Degree Murder with a Firearm. Authorities confirmed this case marks the third homicide in Orlando in 2026.
Cruz’s father, Anthony Cruz, said his son and his partner had been at Savoy Orlando enjoying the evening before the violence unfolded.
According to the family, as the couple exited the club after closing time, a vehicle sped past them. Cruz’s partner allegedly yelled toward the occupants of the vehicle, prompting the car to stop. A physical altercation then reportedly began between Cruz’s partner and one of the individuals from the vehicle.
“When they fought, my son saw that was happening. My son went to intervene, and when he intervened, another guy got out of the car, and he got shot,” Anthony Cruz said. “My son didn’t deserve what happened. All I have left is a shirt — a shirt with a bullet hole.”
While police have charged Borja Gil De La Madr, Cruz’s family maintains that another individual may have been directly responsible for pulling the trigger. Authorities have not publicly confirmed whether additional suspects are being sought.
A small memorial has formed across from the nightclub, where members of the community have gathered to honor Cruz’s memory.
Joshua Cooper, owner of Savoy Orlando, said the tragedy has deeply impacted the LGBTQ+ community, even though the shooting occurred off the club’s property.
“I didn’t know the victim, but from everything I’ve been told, I wish I had,” Cooper said. “He seemed like a great kid. Seeing a family that is so heartbroken and so supportive of this community says so much.”
The Orlando Police Department has not released additional information regarding potential additional suspects. Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the altercation and shooting.
Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Orlando Police Department or Crimeline.
The investigation remains active.