Press Release: Ongoing Search for Missing Elizabeth Woman Concerned Community Calls for Help
ELIZABETH, NJ — Janaina Freire Goncalves, 47, has been missing since March 10, leaving family and friends distraught. Her son, Eduardo Goncalves Moreira, traveled from Brazil to search for his mother, emphasizing their close bond and daily conversations. "Living with this pain is extremely hard," he expressed.
Last seen at home, Janaina’s whereabouts remain a mystery, prompting worry within Newark’s Portuguese and Brazilian communities. Eduardo received support from a resource center for Portuguese speakers, as he navigates this challenging time.
Janaina, who immigrated to the U.S. after the pandemic, was known for her work as a bartender and recently transitioned to a personal training role, marking a period of happiness. Community members recall her kindness and dedication.
Jose Moreira, owner of Casa Nova Grill, remembers her fondly, highlighting the anxieties surrounding her disappearance. Eduardo, having returned to Brazil with his mother’s belongings, is urging anyone with information to contact the Union County prosecutor’s office, which has appealed for public assistance in the ongoing investigation. The search continues, as hope remains for Janaina’s safe return.
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