Woman’s body found floating in East River with blood-soaked Mercedes nearby: cops and sources

A tragic discovery was made on Sunday morning near Fort Totten in Queens, as a woman’s body was found floating in the East River. The scene was made even more chilling by the presence of an abandoned white Mercedes, stained with blood, parked just 50 yards away from where the body was found.

Authorities were alerted to the situation after a pedestrian spotted the woman’s body along the rocky shoreline near Little Bay Park. The victim, believed to be around 45 years old, was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS workers. The identity of the woman has been withheld pending notification of her family.

The abandoned Mercedes, with New York plates, raised more questions about the mysterious circumstances surrounding the incident. Large smears of blood covered the rear driver-side door, and the car’s interior was also marked with blood, including a pool on the driver’s seat. The medical examiner was on-site to document the scene and will determine the cause of the woman’s death.

Local residents were shocked by the grisly discovery in their typically quiet neighborhood. One resident, Max, expressed disbelief at the crime scene in an area known for its recreational activities. The presence of the body and the blood-stained car next to a popular jogging path was unsettling for many who frequent the area on weekends.

As the investigation into the incident continues, police have yet to release any further information. The case has left the community shaken, with many struggling to make sense of the tragic events that unfolded in their midst. The normally bustling area, filled with cyclists, joggers, and dog walkers, was transformed into a scene of horror and confusion on that fateful Sunday morning.