Stephanie Flores, a 35-year-old woman from Pembroke Pines, FL, was found dead on January 29, 2019, inside her home. The discovery was made after police were called to the residence due to concerns that the children living there had not attended school for a week. Upon arrival, officers encountered Byron Flores, Stephanie's husband, who appeared impaired and admitted to being under the influence of alcohol or drugs. During a search for weapons, Byron pulled out a gun and fatally shot himself in front of the officers. Inside the home, police found Stephanie's body in a rear bedroom, and it appeared she had been dead for several days. The couple's four daughters, all under the age of 10, were found unharmed in the house.
The case was classified as a homicide-suicide. Byron Flores, also 35, was identified as the perpetrator of the murder-suicide. He was reportedly distressed over his wife leaving him, which likely contributed to the tragic events. Neighbors mentioned hearing popping sounds, possibly gunshots, a few days before the bodies were discovered. Despite the tragic circumstances, the Flores family was described as quiet and good neighbors, with their daughters often seen playing outside.
Following the incident, the four Flores girls were placed in the custody of their paternal grandparents. A GoFundMe page was created to support the children, highlighting the community's effort to ensure their well-being. The investigation into Stephanie Flores' death did not reveal any additional suspects or arrests, as the primary suspect, Byron Flores, had already taken his own life. The police did not disclose the specific cause of Stephanie's death, but it was evident that she had been deceased for several days before being found.
