Worcester, Massachusetts – Ana Maria Martinez and her mother, Sergia Acosta, were tragically found dead in their Worcester apartment on Saturday afternoon, August 24, 2024. The Worcester Police Department responded to a call at 1600 Main Street, where they discovered both women deceased with multiple puncture wounds.
The authorities are now urgently searching for 59-year-old William Rodriguez, who is considered a person of interest in this double homicide. Rodriguez is described as standing 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 180 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. His last known address is 40 Belmont Street in Worcester. Police have issued a warning that Rodriguez should be regarded as armed and dangerous.
Family members are mourning the loss of Martinez and Acosta, describing them as beloved individuals within their community. Genesis Berrios, a relative of the victims, has urged anyone with information to come forward to prevent further tragedies.
Anyone with details regarding the whereabouts of William Rodriguez or other information related to the case is encouraged to contact Worcester police at 508-799-8651 or submit an anonymous tip by texting 274637 with the topic TIPWPD.
This tragic incident has left the community in shock as authorities continue their investigation.