Culinary Specialist Seaman Angelina Petra Resendiz, 21, was found dead in Norfolk, Virginia, following her disappearance on May 29. A fellow sailor is now in pretrial confinement facing pending charges. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to uncover the circumstances surrounding her tragic death.
Seaman Resendiz was last seen at her barracks in Miller Hall.
NCIS discovered the body of Angelina Resendiz in a wooded area.
A fellow sailor was placed in pretrial confinement in relation to Resendiz's death.
The NCIS investigation continues in collaboration with multiple law enforcement agencies.
Angelina was described as loving and devoted by her mother, causing immense grief for her family.
Virginia State Police issued a critically missing adult alert after Resendiz vanished.
Charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice are pending against the sailor in pretrial confinement.
Local law enforcement and agencies collaborated in the search for Seaman Resendiz.
Resendiz was known for her commitment to family and maintained daily communication.
Even the smallest detail could be the key to solving this case.