Charlotte Homicide Case, Suspect Arrested After Woman’s Body Found Hidden in Apartment Closet

A disturbing homicide investigation in Charlotte has led to the arrest of a 23-year-old suspect after police discovered the body of a woman concealed inside an apartment closet. According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, officers responded to a welfare check on March 10 at a residence along Central Avenue after receiving a report that someone inside might be deceased.

Upon arrival, officers entered the apartment and found the body of 26-year-old Evelin Carolina Enamorado Cisnado hidden behind a closet door and covered with towels. Authorities noted that the remains showed signs of decomposition, indicating the victim had been dead for several days before being discovered.

Investigators later arrested Lhis Brito-Costa on March 12. According to court documents, the suspect told detectives that there had been a romantic relationship with the victim. The suspect also allegedly admitted to shooting Cisnado after learning she may have been involved with another person.

The case first came to light after a delivery driver reported being told there was a body inside the apartment, prompting further investigation. During an initial court appearance in Mecklenburg County, a judge ordered that the suspect be held without bail while the case proceeds.

Authorities also confirmed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has placed an immigration detainer on the suspect. The investigation remains ongoing, and officials have not released additional details at this time.