Farmingville Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Estranged Wife

A 57-year-old man allegedly stabbed his estranged wife to death and injured a teenage relative in their Farmingville home.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Suffolk County police have charged a 57-year-old Farmingville man with second-degree murder, criminal contempt, and endangering the welfare of a child after he allegedly stabbed his estranged wife to death and injured a teenage relative inside their home on Granny Road. The suspect, Marcos Leal, was also injured and taken to the hospital, while the teenage victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of intimate partner violence in the region. Advocates emphasize the importance of community outreach and accessible resources to help prevent such situations from escalating to deadly violence.

The details

According to reports, police responded to a call at 144 Granny Rd. in Farmingville around 8:15 pm on Thursday, where they found Leal and his estranged wife, 46-year-old Adriana Barbosa, both suffering from stab wounds. Barbosa was pronounced dead at Stony Brook University Hospital, while Leal was transported there with serious injuries. A teenage relative who was also inside the home was taken to the hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

  • Police responded to the incident around 8:15 pm on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
  • Adriana Barbosa was pronounced dead at Stony Brook University Hospital.

The players

Marcos Leal

A 57-year-old Farmingville man who has been charged with second-degree murder, criminal contempt, and endangering the welfare of a child in connection with the fatal stabbing of his estranged wife.

Adriana Barbosa

A 46-year-old woman who was fatally stabbed by her estranged husband, Marcos Leal, inside their Farmingville home.

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What’s next

Homicide detectives are expected to coordinate with the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office as they continue to gather evidence and build the case against Marcos Leal.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the urgent need for increased community outreach and access to resources to help prevent intimate partner violence from escalating to deadly outcomes. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist the investigation.