Queens Man Charged with Murdering, Dismembering Wife

Authorities say Rupchand Simboo, 74, allegedly killed his 33-year-old wife Salisha Ali and dumped her remains in remote locations across Queens.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 6:03pm

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A 74-year-old Queens man has been charged with second-degree murder and concealment of a human corpse after allegedly killing his 33-year-old wife, Salisha Ali, and dumping her dismembered remains in multiple locations across Queens. Prosecutors say Rupchand Simboo killed Ali sometime after July 13, 2025, and then went to great lengths to cover up the crime, including discarding her body parts in remote wooded areas. The case was cracked when NYC Sanitation workers discovered a wrapped torso, leading to a broader investigation that uncovered more of Ali's remains.

Why it matters

This disturbing case highlights the tragic consequences of domestic violence and the challenges law enforcement faces in solving missing persons cases, especially when the perpetrator goes to great lengths to conceal evidence. It also raises questions about the state of mental health resources and support systems available to older adults that may have contributed to the alleged crime.

The details

According to prosecutors, Simboo is accused of killing his wife Salisha Ali on or after July 13, 2025. Ali never showed up for work the next day and was reported missing by her family. Over two months later, on September 22, 2025, NYC Sanitation workers found a wrapped torso in a wooded area, which was later confirmed to be Ali's remains. Further searches uncovered additional body parts, including a head, legs and an arm, in the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. Analysis of Simboo's phone data placed him at the two dumping sites around the time Ali went missing. Police also found evidence at Simboo's home and work garage that matched the materials used to conceal Ali's body.

  • On July 13, 2025, Simboo and Ali were last seen together.
  • On July 14, 2025, Simboo's phone data placed him at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge.
  • On July 15, 2025, Simboo's phone data placed him at the site where Ali's torso was later found.
  • On September 22, 2025, NYC Sanitation workers discovered Ali's wrapped torso.
  • In March 2026, Simboo was arraigned on charges of second-degree murder and concealment of a human corpse.

The players

Rupchand Simboo

A 74-year-old Queens resident who has been charged with the murder of his 33-year-old wife, Salisha Ali.

Salisha Ali

A 33-year-old woman who was allegedly murdered by her 74-year-old husband, Rupchand Simboo.

Melinda Katz

The District Attorney for Queens County, who announced the charges against Simboo.

Sharifa Nasser-Cuellar

The Queens Criminal Court Judge who remanded Simboo in custody and set a return date for the case.

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What they’re saying

“My thoughts are with Salisha Ali's family and friends as we work to ensure that the defendant is held fully accountable.”

— Melinda Katz, District Attorney for Queens County (patch.com)

“The defendant went to extraordinary lengths to evade responsibility for the brutal killing of his wife, discarding her remains in remote locations and concealing critical evidence in an apparent effort to cover up this horrific crime.”

— Melinda Katz, District Attorney for Queens County (patch.com)

“Were it not for the diligence of New York City Sanitation workers, who discovered the remains and promptly notified authorities, the victim's loved ones might still be searching for answers about her disappearance.”

— Melinda Katz, District Attorney for Queens County (patch.com)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on March 16 whether or not to allow Rupchand Simboo out on bail.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the need for greater awareness and resources to address domestic violence, as well as the importance of vigilant community members and diligent law enforcement in solving missing persons cases, even when the perpetrator goes to great lengths to conceal their crime.