Decomposing Body Found After DoorDash Driver Smelled Foul Odor

Evelin Carolina Enamorado-Cisnado's body was discovered wrapped in blankets and towels in a closet

Mar. 16, 2026 at 5:03pm

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A DoorDash delivery driver who smelled a foul odor at a Charlotte, North Carolina residence led to the discovery of Evelin Carolina Enamorado-Cisnado's decomposing body wrapped in blankets and towels inside a closet. Lhis Birito Costa, 23, was arrested in connection with the killing, and allegedly told police she shot the victim after learning she was in a relationship with someone else.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of domestic violence and the importance of community vigilance in identifying potential warning signs. The discovery of the body through a routine delivery service also raises questions about the role delivery drivers can play in identifying potential crimes.

The details

According to court documents, the DoorDash driver who came to the home called police after smelling a foul odor. The driver was allegedly told there was a body inside the residence. Responding officers found Enamorado-Cisnado's decomposing body wrapped in blankets and towels inside a closet. Costa and Enamorado-Cisnado had dated, and the suspect allegedly told police she shot the victim after learning she was in a relationship with someone else.

  • On March 10, 2026, officers responded to a welfare check at the Charlotte, North Carolina residence and found Evelin Carolina Enamorado-Cisnado's body.
  • On March 11, 2026, Lhis Birito Costa, 23, was arrested in connection with the killing.

The players

Evelin Carolina Enamorado-Cisnado

The victim whose decomposing body was found wrapped in blankets and towels inside a closet.

Lhis Birito Costa

The 23-year-old suspect who was arrested in connection with the killing. Costa allegedly told police she shot the victim after learning she was in a relationship with someone else.

DoorDash driver

The delivery driver who smelled a foul odor at the residence and called the police, leading to the discovery of the body.

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What they’re saying

“A harmless girl and who didn't mess with anyone and it hurts so much in my heart, and how that miserable woman could take her life without mercy and just because my niece didn't want to be with her anymore.”

— Guadalupe Cisneros, Aunt of Evelin Carolina Enamorado-Cisnado (Facebook)

What’s next

Costa has been charged with murder and is scheduled to appear in court again on Thursday. The investigation is ongoing.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the need for greater awareness and resources to address domestic violence, as well as the potential role delivery service workers can play in identifying and reporting potential crimes in their communities.