In a recent update, Marcel Santos-Padgett, a thirty-one-year-old resident of Leicester, has been arrested in connection with the death of a woman at 383 Pleasant St. The arrest was carried out on November 24, 2023, at 4 Colombia Park in Haverhill, MA, where Mr. Santos-Padgett was located. The arrest warrant was issued based on an outstanding charge of Armed Assault to Murder.

The Worcester Police Department expressed gratitude to the Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Squad and the Haverhill Police Department for their assistance in apprehending the suspect.

The incident leading to the arrest unfolded on November 23, 2023, when Worcester Police Officers responded to a call at Angie's Body Work Spa on Pleasant St at approximately 11:37 AM. The call reported a female in distress with a potential medical issue. Upon arrival, officers were guided by a male individual to an unconscious female. Immediate medical aid was administered while awaiting the arrival of Worcester EMS.

Despite the efforts to revive her, the woman was pronounced deceased by Worcester EMS at the scene. Worcester Police Detectives were soon called in and launched an investigation into the suspicious death. At this time, no further details have been released about the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The Worcester Police Department has encouraged anyone with information regarding this case to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted via text message to 274637, using the keyword TIPWPD, followed by the message. An alternative method is to send an anonymous web-based message at worcesterma.gov/police. Additionally, individuals can contact the Worcester Police Detective Bureau directly at (508) 799-8651 if they have any information that may assist in the ongoing investigation.

As the investigation continues, the community remains on edge, awaiting further updates that may shed light on the tragic incident at Pleasant St.