The body of a man identified as real estate agent Emanuel Moncuer was found hog-tied and dumped off a Queens highway, sparking a deep investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. The discovery took place near the Clearview Expressway and Union Turnpike in Bayside on a Tuesday morning around 9 a.m. The area where Moncuer’s body was found is a grassy patch adjacent to the busy roadway, close to Cunningham Park.
Law enforcement sources revealed that Moncuer’s hands were tied behind his back, and he was clad in a black leather jacket and blue jeans. The body was in an advanced state of decomposition and showed signs of facial trauma. Friends and neighbors expressed shock and sorrow at the gruesome nature of his death, with one friend, Valery Pierre, describing Moncuer as more than just a friend, but like a big brother to her.
“He was a good friend of mine. More than a friend. It was like a big brother,” Pierre said, reflecting on Moncuer’s kindness and warm personality. She lamented the brutality of his death, emphasizing the disbelief that someone could harm him in such a vicious manner. Jasmine Wagner, a neighbor, echoed similar sentiments, recalling Moncuer as a quiet, hardworking individual who was always pleasant to interact with.
Moncuer, who worked as a real estate agent, had assisted Wagner in finding an apartment for her family. Known for his love of holidays and festive gatherings, Moncuer spent the most recent New Year’s celebration with Pierre. Concerns arose when Moncuer went missing from his Glendale neighborhood at the start of the year, prompting Pierre to contact the authorities after several days of silence from her friend.
As the community mourns the loss of a beloved neighbor and friend, fears loom over the presence of a dangerous perpetrator still at large. Wagner emphasized the urgency of finding the culprit responsible for Moncuer’s death to prevent any further harm to the community. The search for clues continues, with authorities canvassing for video evidence from nearby traffic cameras to piece together the events leading to Moncuer’s tragic demise.
The medical examiner is set to perform an autopsy to determine the exact cause of Moncuer’s death, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding his murder. Meanwhile, an ongoing investigation is underway to unravel the mystery behind the shocking discovery of the real estate agent’s body by the Queens highway. The community remains on edge, hoping for swift justice and closure in the wake of this harrowing incident.
