Investigation Ongoing into Deaths at Black Falcon Cruise Terminal

BOSTON, August 18, 2020— An investigation led by State Police detectives assigned to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office continues into the deaths of a man and a woman whose remains were found in a submerged vehicle in the Seaport on Friday, District Attorney Rachael Rollins said.

“My Office continues to investigate the deaths of Tatianna Morales and Djovany Pierre with the goal of finding answers for their loved ones and the public.  We’re also here to connect their families with resources and assistance as they cope with this tragedy,” District Attorney Rollins said.

Security cameras in the area of Black Falcon Cruise Terminal captured a white 2008 Ford Escape belonging to Morales as it crashed through a wooden guardrail into the Reserved Channel at approximately 10:32 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2020.   Relatives of both individuals filed missing person reports the following day.  The vehicle was discovered at approximately 12:45 p.m. on Friday, August 14.

The investigation is ongoing into the facts surrounding the incident, including the nature of Morales and Pierre’s relationship.

Anyone with information about the deaths is asked to contact the Suffolk County State Police detectives unit at 617-727-8817.

Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins’ office serves the communities of Boston, Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop, Mass. The office handles over 25,000 cases a year. More than 160 attorneys in the office practice in nine district and municipal courts, Suffolk Superior Court, the Massachusetts Appeals Court, the Supreme Judicial Court, and the Boston Juvenile Courts. The office employs some 300 people and offers a wide range of services and programs to serve anyone who comes in contact with the criminal justice system. This office is committed to educating the public about the services we provide, our commitment to crime prevention, and our dedication to keeping the residents of Suffolk County safe.