Community Gathers to Mourn Immigrant Couple Reported Killed in Guatemala
In Overland, dozens gathered to honor Glendy Gonzales De La Cruz and Nixon Perez Paz, an immigrant couple who were reportedly killed after returning to Guatemala.

St. Louis, MO, August 2, 2026 —
Overland was the scene of a somber gathering as dozens of community members assembled to honor the lives of Glendy Gonzales De La Cruz and Nixon Perez Paz. The immigrant couple was reportedly killed after returning to their native Guatemala.
Details surrounding the circumstances of their reported deaths have not been fully disclosed. The event in Overland served as a moment for friends, family, and neighbors to come together, share memories, and express their grief over the loss of the couple.
The gathering highlighted the impact Gonzales De La Cruz and Perez Paz had on the local community. Many attendees expressed shock and sadness at the news, remembering the couple for their contributions and presence in Overland.
The specifics of when the couple returned to Guatemala and the timeline of the reported incidents remain unclear. Information regarding the individuals or entities allegedly responsible for their deaths was not provided in the available details.
Further information regarding the investigation into their reported deaths, or any memorial services planned, was not immediately available.
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