NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade
Authorities charge Itiaba Ekong with 2021 murder of Lenoris Henry Marlowe
Miami-Dade police have charged 36-year-old Itiaba Ekong with first-degree murder, armed burglary, and grand theft in connection with the 2021 stabbing death of Lenoris Henry Marlowe. The suspect, who is already serving a life sentence for a separate armed robbery conviction, reportedly confessed to the killing during the investigation.
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This development marks the resolution of a five-year cold case investigation into a homicide discovered in Northeast Miami-Dade in February 2021.
Key Facts
- Itiaba Ekong, 36, is charged with first-degree murder, armed burglary, and grand theft.
- The victim, Lenoris Henry Marlowe, 45, was found dead from stab wounds on February 4, 2021.
- The victim's body was discovered wrapped in a blanket at Northeast 199th Street and 10th Avenue.
- Itiaba Ekong confessed to the stabbing during police questioning.
- Ekong is currently serving a life sentence for a separate armed robbery conviction.
- The investigation into the homicide spanned over five years.
- Ekong has a prior criminal history including burglary, grand theft, simple assault, and trafficking in stolen property.