Missing Mom of 7 Found Dead in Submerged Car as Police Say Say Her Death Is ‘Questionable’

Missing Mother of 7 Found Deceased in Submerged Vehicle

The community is reeling after the tragic discovery of Consuelo Bernabe, a 39-year-old mother of seven, who was found dead inside a Dodge Caravan submerged in the Brazos River. The Waco Police Department has labelled her death as ‘questionable’ and is currently conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her passing.

Bernabe’s family is left seeking answers and closure following her sudden and devastating death. She was last seen at a bar in Lott, Texas, on August 15, and her disappearance sparked an extensive search effort. Her daughter, Maria Romero, took to social media to plea for any information on her mother’s whereabouts, highlighting the deep concern and worry her family felt during those uncertain days.

Authorities were alerted to a submerged vehicle in the Brazos River near North University Parks Drive and Jefferson Avenue on Monday morning. With the assistance of the Waco Fire dive team, Texas Game Wardens, and Tow King, the car was retrieved from the river, revealing the tragic truth of Bernabe’s fate. As the investigation unfolds, the police have not released further details, leaving many in the community anxiously awaiting answers.

Described as a devoted mother who always put her children first, Bernabe’s loved ones are struggling to come to terms with her untimely death. Her son, David Romero, remembered his mother’s infectious smile and caring nature, making her sudden disappearance even more bewildering. Family members recalled that it was out of character for Bernabe to vanish without a trace, further adding to the mystery surrounding her death.

Hermelinda Romero, another daughter of Bernabe, shared chilling details of her mother’s last known whereabouts at a bar in Lott. Expressing suspicions of foul play, she conveyed her belief that someone must have been involved in her mother’s demise. Questions linger around the circumstances of Bernabe’s final moments and the events leading up to her tragic end, leaving her family and the community grappling for answers.

In the wake of this heartbreaking loss, Maria paid tribute to her mother on social media, expressing her deep love and grief at the sudden absence of Bernabe. The family has set up a fundraiser on GoFundMe to assist with funeral expenses, as they navigate the difficult journey of laying their beloved mother to rest. The community has rallied around the family in support and solidarity during this challenging time.

As the investigation continues, the Waco Police Department has emphasised the need for patience as they await the results of the autopsy to shed light on the cause of Bernabe’s death. With an outpouring of love and condolences from those who knew her, Bernabe’s memory will be cherished and honoured as her family seeks closure and justice for the beloved mother of seven.